NICU Respiratory Therapist: Neonatal Vent Specialist

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care per physician plans, including mechanical ventilation and airway management. You will participate in rounds, supervise students, and contribute to education and research while ensuring accurate documentation.

Requirements include RRT credential, MA license, NICU/critical care experience, NRP/BLS certification, and a standardized orientation period.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC within 3 months of hire.
• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as Respiratory Therapist.
• 1–2 years NICU training preferred or 2–3 years critical care training.
• NRP/CPR (BLS) certification current.
• Ten weeks orientation to acquire familiarity with department policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, organize and administer Respiratory Care per physician plan.
• Provide mechanical ventilation and airway management; respond to neonatal/pediatric emergencies.
• Perform intubations and airway maintenance; administer CPAP devices.
• Lead bedside rounds, document care, supervise students and staff.
• Participate in education, research, and ensure proper physician orders and documentation.

Skills

RRT credential

Critical care knowledge

Patient assessment

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care per physician plans, including mechanical ventilation and airway management. You will participate in rounds, supervise students, and contribute to education and research while ensuring accurate documentation.

Requirements include RRT credential, MA license, NICU/critical care experience, NRP/BLS certification, and a standardized orientation period.