Night Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for per diem night shifts.

Provide assessment, therapy, equipment support, education, and problem resolution for respiratory patients; collaborate with the healthcare team to implement care plans.

Must hold NYS license as RT (and RTT with NBRC credentials) and demonstrate strong communication and customer service in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Requires NYS License as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) and a RTT with NBRC active credentials as an RRT.
• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Recent acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history, exams, vital signs, and orders; advise on respiratory care procedures.
• Plan, document, and update respiratory care plans; monitor clinical parameters and modify treatments as needed.
• Educate patients and families; communicate status to the care team; assist with orientation of staff and students.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Patient assessment

Compassion

Education

AAS in Respiratory Care

NYS License - Respiratory Therapist (RT)

NYS License - RTT with NBRC credentials (RRT within 1 year)

Job description

Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for per diem night shifts.

Provide assessment, therapy, equipment support, education, and problem resolution for respiratory patients; collaborate with the healthcare team to implement care plans.

Must hold NYS license as RT (and RTT with NBRC credentials) and demonstrate strong communication and customer service in acute care settings.