NICU Respiratory therapist

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is seeking a NICU Respiratory Therapist to provide essential patient care, including assessment and treatment planning in response to physician orders. The role involves administering diagnostic tests, developing care plans, and responding to emergencies, requiring an Associate's degree and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapist License and Basic Life Support certification required.
• 0-1 years of related work experience.
• Experience with computer systems including web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and develop respiratory care plans.
• Administer diagnostic tests and evaluate therapy responses.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and maintain artificial airways.

Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Independence of Action

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Science

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

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Job Type: Regular
Time Type: Full-time
Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Assumes primary responsibility for patient care including examination, evaluation, treatment planning, and administration of Respiratory Care procedures in response to a physician's order.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition based on medical history, observation, examination, physician's diagnosis, laboratory findings, and the results of specific tests or respiratory function and other appropriate diagnostic procedures. Develop or modify the respiratory care plan and make specific recommendations to physicians regarding indicated therapy.
• Administer appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures to evaluate responses to therapy, including arterial blood gas sampling, oxygen saturation measurement, end-tidal CO2 measurement, pulmonary mechanics, spirometry, metabolic testing, and assist with procedures like bronchoscopy.
• Develop a patient care plan based on clinical presentation at reassessment. Respond to respiratory emergencies such as high-risk deliveries, cardiopulmonary arrest, and trauma team activations.
• Maintain artificial airways and provide ventilation support during patient transport for tests or procedures.
• Evaluate home care equipment needs, make referrals, and initiate patient and caregiver teaching. Document all observations and modifications in treatment plans.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• Respiratory Therapist License, Registration as a Respiratory Therapist, and Basic Life Support certification.
• 0-1 years of related work experience.
• Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and Microsoft Office suite.

Competencies

• Decision Making, Problem Solving, Independence of Action, Communication skills, Knowledge of practices and policies, Teamwork, Customer Service.

Age-based Competencies

Capable of providing patient care across age groups: Neonatal, Youth, Young adult, Middle Age, Elderly.

Physical Nature of the Job

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently. Requires standing and moving during shifts.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires all staff to be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.