ECMO Lead RRT-ES for Night Shift

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist-ECMO Specialist to oversee the respiratory care service on the night shift and provide expert ECMO support. The role combines clinical leadership with hands-on ECMO device management and patient care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.

The Lead RRT-ES guides staff, maintains equipment, ensures safety and quality, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize ECMO patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy.
• Successful completion of an ELSO approved ECMO specialist course.
• Active Respiratory Therapist license and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift with a patient-centered respiratory care service.
• Operate and support ECMO devices throughout patient care areas.
• Train staff on ECMO procedures and maintain equipment readiness.
• Document data for FDA/ELSO and ensure quality of care.

Skills

Leadership

ECMO expertise

Education/Training

Communication

Critical care

Education

AS Degree RT

ELSO ECMO course

Tools

ECMO devices

ECMO data systems

Job description

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist-ECMO Specialist to oversee the respiratory care service on the night shift and provide expert ECMO support. The role combines clinical leadership with hands-on ECMO device management and patient care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.

The Lead RRT-ES guides staff, maintains equipment, ensures safety and quality, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize ECMO patient outcomes.