Evening Respiratory Therapist – Impactful Patient Care

UMass Memorial Health; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Milford, MA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a collaborative team. The role supports patient care from admission to discharge, with independent practice and adherence to department policies.

Strong assessment, communication and clinical decision skills are essential. The position emphasizes evidence-based therapies, arterial blood gas interpretation, and coordination with physicians to optimize treatment plans.

Qualifications

• AS in Respiratory Care from an accredited program.
• NBRC RRT credential current.
• Massachusetts Respiratory Care license current.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS, NRP and PALS within 3 months of employment.
• Minimum two years acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide all aspects of respiratory therapy according to policy.
• Work with independence to perform routine and complex care.
• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care in a collaborative setting.
• Assess history, data, orders and deliver recommended therapies.
• Consult with physicians on therapy types, duration and dosages.

Skills

Patient assessment

English communication

Education

Associate of Science in Respiratory Care

NBRC-registered RRT

Massachusetts Respiratory Care license

BLS within 30 days of hire

ACLS within 3 months

NRP within 3 months

PALS within 3 months

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Milford, MA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a collaborative team. The role supports patient care from admission to discharge, with independent practice and adherence to department policies.

Strong assessment, communication and clinical decision skills are essential. The position emphasizes evidence-based therapies, arterial blood gas interpretation, and coordination with physicians to optimize treatment plans.