Critical Care Respiratory Therapist — Ventilators & Airway

Northwell; Connecticut; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, operate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, and educate patients and families on care plans.

Responsibilities include bedside pulmonary function testing, ventilator management, and collaboration with physicians to optimize patient outcomes. The ideal candidate holds NY/CT licensure, NBRC registration, ACLS/BCLS, and NRP certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State and/or Connecticut.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) NBRC.
• Advanced or Basic Life Support certification.
• NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments.
• Utilize assessment data to identify problems and plan care.
• Perform bedside pulmonary function studies as ordered.
• Collaborate with physicians on patient care plans.
• Evaluate patient responses to respiratory care.
• Deliver chest therapy and airway clearance as needed.
• Administer oxygen and humidity therapy per orders.
• Monitor and adjust ventilator parameters; assist in weaning.
• Provide respiratory care education to patients and families.
• Maintain infection control and safety protocols.

Education

RT Certification

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Northwell is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, operate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, and educate patients and families on care plans.

Responsibilities include bedside pulmonary function testing, ventilator management, and collaboration with physicians to optimize patient outcomes. The ideal candidate holds NY/CT licensure, NBRC registration, ACLS/BCLS, and NRP certification.