Exeter Hospital- Respiratory Therapist

Exeter Hospital, Inc.; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer therapy and life support to patients under physician orders. Responsibilities include monitoring, observing, adjusting equipment during rounds, and providing emergency care as needed in accordance with policies.

The role requires a NH Respiratory Care Practitioner license, CRT/RRT credentials, and CPR within 90 days of hire. 35.00–52.01 USD hourly, with compensation reflecting experience and shifts.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education or equivalent in a related field.
• 1–3 years of directly related experience.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs all functions within the scope of practice as ordered by the physician.
• Monitors environmental and life support systems.
• Observes patients, checks equipment, and makes adjustments during rounds.
• Provides emergency care as needed.
• Assists physicians as directed.
• Maintains departmental policies and quality standards.

Education

Respiratory Care Practitioner - NH

CRT/RRT credential

Job description

Job Description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Administers respiratory therapy, care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system under the supervision of the physician and by prescription.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs all functions within the scope of practice as ordered by the physician.
• Monitors environmental and life support systems.
• Observes patients, checks equipment, and makes necessary adjustments during patient rounds.
• Provides emergency care as needed.
• Assists physicians as directed.
• Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance standards.

Qualifications

• Education Post Secondary Education or equivalent - Directly related field
• Years of Experience - 1 to 3 years Directly related
• License and Certification Respiratory Care Practitioner - NH; Nationally recognized credential (CRT, RRT)
• CPR certified within 90 days of hire

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Pay Range: $35.00 - $52.01 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs.

Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.