NH - Respiratory Therapist, Reg

One Brooklyn Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, where you'll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality respiratory care. This position involves assessing patients, administering therapy treatments, and monitoring mechanical ventilation. You will also collaborate with physicians and educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques. An established healthcare provider offers a supportive environment that values compassion and teamwork. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about patient care, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in respiratory therapy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved program for respiratory therapy.
• Must maintain continuing education credits for NBRC credential.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and recommend respiratory therapy treatments.
• Monitor patients on mechanical ventilation and make necessary changes.
• Record patient treatment and progress in the EMR.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Therapy Treatments

Mechanical Ventilation Management

CPR

Diagnostic Testing

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

EMR Systems

Respiratory Therapy Equipment

Job description

Overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team. The Respiratory Therapist will utilize his/her knowledge, judgment and skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate respiratory care for patients under his/her care. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and be able to coordinate the highest quality respiratory care for the patients with an emphasis on compassion.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and recommend respiratory therapy treatments as well as provide treatment based on Physician diagnosis and care instructions.
• Plan, prepare, and administer respiratory therapy treatment including aerosolized medication, sputum inductions, ventilator / BiPAP management in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitor patients on mechanical ventilation and make necessary changes in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Record patient treatment, response, and progress in the EMR.
• Perform related diagnostic tests including pulmonary function and sleep studies.
• Inspect, test, maintain, and operate all respiratory therapy equipment.
• Respond to "CODE 99", “Trauma” and “RRT” calls and assist by maintaining the patient's airway and performing CPR.
• Consult with physicians and provide information and suggestions for various treatment modalities. Assist physician in the instruction of patients and their families on the use of equipment and techniques involved in self-care.
• Participate in in-service education programs. Attend all required in-service education programs.
• Maintain stores of disposable and non-disposable equipment, including medical gas tanks in assigned areas throughout the hospital, as needed.
• Clean, assemble, and maintain all equipment used by department, as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate degree, Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field preferred.
• Graduate of an AMA approved program for respiratory therapy (two-year program).

Experience:

• Experience in acute, chronic and critical care for adult, pediatric and neonatal preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must maintain continuing education credits as required for NBRC credential and NYS License.
• Must be familiar in all areas of Department’s function.

Licenses, Certifications:

• Must have a current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certificate.
• Must have a current NYS license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Must have current BCLS certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• NYFD G-71 certificate preferred.
• Active member of AARC and NYDART preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day.
• Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH).

OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.