Night Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem (Neo/Peds)

Elliot Health System; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 46,838 - 57,859; Part time

Job summary

Elliot Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the night shift on a per diem basis in Manchester, NH. The role covers pediatric to geriatric patients, with responsibilities including ventilator management, arterial blood gas analysis, and collaboration with physicians and critical care teams.

The candidate should have an Associate degree, NH Respiratory Care Practitioner license, and CPR/BLS certification. ACLS/PALS within six months are required, with NBRC credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• CRT or RRT exam passed.
• State license as NH Respiratory Care Practitioner at date of hire.
• BLS certification within 90 days; ACLS and PALS within six months; NBRC credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers aerosolized meds and chest physiotherapy per orders.
• Evaluates arterial blood gases and patient vitals.
• Manages oxygen therapy and airway clearance techniques.
• Assists in invasive and noninvasive ventilation per protocol.
• Participates in Trauma/Code 9 and critical care teams.
• Supports fiberoptic bronchoscopy and apnea tests for brain death determination.

Skills

CRT/RRT exam

CPR/BLS certified

Critical thinking

Education

Associates Degree

NH Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Job description

Elliot Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the night shift on a per diem basis in Manchester, NH. The role covers pediatric to geriatric patients, with responsibilities including ventilator management, arterial blood gas analysis, and collaboration with physicians and critical care teams.

The candidate should have an Associate degree, NH Respiratory Care Practitioner license, and CPR/BLS certification. ACLS/PALS within six months are required, with NBRC credentials preferred.