Lead Respiratory Therapist

1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide clinical patient care, including initiation, modification, and discontinuation of respiratory therapies for critically ill patients at the Cambridge location. You will analyze patient data, collaborate with the medical staff, and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

The role requires an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, MA license, 3–5 years of experience, and CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
• Massachusetts license for Respiratory Therapist required.
• Heartsaver CPR AED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and/or assists with respiratory tests and procedures as ordered.
• Responds to respiratory emergencies and transports mechanically ventilated patients.
• Prepares care plans and makes recommendations to physicians.
• Schedules treatments and provides consultation as part of the patient care team.
• Manages all aspects of respiratory therapy per policies and procedures.
• Performs bedside rounds and administers respiratory therapies.
• Educates students, physicians, staff, and patients' families.
• Supervises respiratory therapy students in patient areas.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Patient Education

Communication Skills

Education

Associate Degree Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Tools

Ventilator Equipment

Patient Monitoring Systems

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation 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 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%)

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

Benefits and Compensation

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.

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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