Full-Time Nights Respiratory Therapist or Certified Polysom Technician - Sleep Study Lab

NY_SJHSYR10 St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem available

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Sleep Disorder Center. The role requires RRT or RPSGT credentials and NY licensure, with a 12-hour night shift schedule and full-time status.

Qualifications include an associate degree from a CoARC-accredited program, with a bachelor's degree desirable, and BLS/CPR certification. Per Diem opportunities and state licensure are noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• BLS/CPR certification within orientation period.
• RRT with NBRC and NY licensure is required.
• Polysom technologist with RPSGT credential required.
• Associate degree in respiratory care from CoARC-accredited program required.

Responsibilities

• Assumes primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities in his/her clinical area.
• Supervises students enrolled in respiratory care programs.
• Exhibits judgement in respiratory care of patients under supervision of a physician.

Skills

BLS/CPR Certification

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program with an associate degree

Bachelor's degree desirable

RRT NBRC and NY state licensure

Polysom Technologist with AS degree and RPSGT certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Posting Job Description Sleep Disorder Center - RRT or RPSGT Schedule: Full Time Nights, 12-hour shifts

Specializes in the application of scientific knowledge and theory to practical clinical problems of respiratory care. Assumes primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities specific to his or her clinical area, including responsibility involved in supervision of students enrolled in respiratory care programs. The Respiratory Therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent clinical judgement in the respiratory care of patients under the direct or indirect supervision of a physician.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Graduation from a CoARC accredited program in respiratory care with an associate's degree required.
• Bachelor's Degree desirable.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required and licensed by the State of New York.
• Polysom Technologist with associate degree in polysom with board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) required.

Participates in orientation as well as continuing education as mandated by the State of New York and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of practice expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• BLS/CPR Certification within orientation period

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

• Clinical Setting.
• Exposure class I.
• Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Medium work: standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.

MISSION STATEMENT:

• We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

VISION:

• To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

CORE VALUES:

• In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Per Diem is offered a flat rate Pay Range: $35.60 - $53.70 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.