Lead Respiratory Therapist

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 57,597 - 65,918; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their patient care team. The role includes providing clinical assessments, initiating and modifying respiratory care for critically ill patients, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, a Massachusetts license, and 3-5 years of experience. This is an onsite position requiring strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Respiratory Therapy Experience required.
• Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license is required.
• Heartsaver CPR AED certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical patient care assessment and initiates respiratory therapy procedures.
• Responds to respiratory emergencies and manages treatment care plans.
• Participates in the education of students and healthcare staff.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices

Skills in collaboration and communication

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Patient and family education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Summary

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Acts as an active member of the patient care team to provide clinical patient care assessment, initiation, modification, and discontinuance of therapeutic respiratory care procedures to critically ill patients. Analyzes and evaluates clinical patient data to determine the appropriate therapy or interventions and makes recommendations on patient care plans to the medical staff. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes.

Essential Functions

• Initiates and/or assists with appropriate respiratory tests and procedures, as ordered, to deliver appropriate care to patients.
• Responds to respiratory emergencies and transports mechanically ventilated patients when moved from units for tests and procedures.
• Prepares appropriate care plan, and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy.
• Schedules patient treatments as necessary and provides consultation as an active member of the patient care team.
• Manages the administration of all aspects of respiratory therapy according to respiratory care policies and procedures.
• Makes regular bedside rounds and administers Respiratory Care modalities to assigned patients.
• Modifies treatment care plan according to clinical picture and response to therapy.
• Participates in education of students, physicians, staff, and patients/families.
• Clinically supervises respiratory therapy students in the patient areas.

Qualifications

Education: Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Licenses and Credentials: Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care required. Heartsaver CPR AED [CPR] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.

Experience: Respiratory Therapy Experience 3-5 years required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices and procedures. Knowledge of relevant equipment and supplies used in respiratory care, as well as ability to ensure that equipment is properly maintained and updated as needed. Skills in collaboration and communication, including ability to work effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients. Skills in patient and family education, including ability to develop and deliver educational materials and programs that help parents and caregivers understand respiratory care needs and techniques. Ability to problem solve and think critically to assess complex situations and make informed decisions about patient care. Ability to keep accurate records and documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $41.81 - $47.85/Hourly

Grade: 5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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