ECMO Specialist Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care Expert

BMC Software; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

BMCHS is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist–ECMO Specialist to deliver respiratory care and ECMO support for adult patients with complex needs. Under medical direction, you’ll monitor ECMO circuits, manage ventilation, and participate in rapid response and critical care interventions.

This role requires MA licensure as an RRT and at least two years of critical care experience. Join a multidisciplinary team at a hospital setting in Boston area, contributing to education, quality

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Must maintain licensure and certifications per hospital policy.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care services per policies and physician orders, including oxygen, aerosol, airway management and ventilation.
• Manages and monitors patients on mechanical ventilation; performs setup and adjustments per protocol.
• Assesses and documents patient responses to therapies and escalates concerns as needed.
• Performs advanced procedures such as arterial blood gas sampling and bronchoscopy assistance as directed.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in rapid response and critical care interventions.
• Maintains licensure, certifications and clinical competencies.

Skills

Respiratory care

Mechanical ventilation

ECMO

Critical care

Intra-hospital transport

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

ECMO equipment

Ventilators

Job description

BMCHS is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist–ECMO Specialist to deliver respiratory care and ECMO support for adult patients with complex needs. Under medical direction, you’ll monitor ECMO circuits, manage ventilation, and participate in rapid response and critical care interventions.

This role requires MA licensure as an RRT and at least two years of critical care experience. Join a multidisciplinary team at a hospital setting in Boston area, contributing to education, quality