Night Shift Respiratory Therapist – Critical Care

UMass Memorial Health; Groton (CT); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shift coverage on a 12-hour schedule. The role involves caring for patients on mechanical ventilation, performing diagnostic bronchoscopy assistance, and managing airway therapy across cross-campus settings.

The position requires an MA respiratory license, NBRC RRT credential, and an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care, with opportunities for sign-on bonus and career growth. Cross-campus coverage is included.

Formación

• Current MA respiratory license.
• New graduates have 2 months after hire date to become a registered respiratory therapist as a condition of employment/termination of employment.
• Current NBRC certification and ongoing competency requirements.
• Minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent in Respiratory Care.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation certification – Memorial Campus.

Responsabilidades

• Monitors and supports patients on mechanical ventilation and provides respiratory support.
• Assists physicians during intubations and during diagnostic/therapeutic bronchoscopies.
• Establishes and modifies therapy plans per department protocols for bronchodilator therapy and chest physiotherapy.
• Obtains arterial blood gases and draws samples for analysis.
• Sets up and monitors ventilatory equipment and monitors oxygen delivery devices.
• Coordinates and maintains airway equipment and supports high-risk airway patients and code airway teams.

Conocimientos

Critical Care

Ventilator Support

CPR Certification

Clinical Computer Skills

Educación

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC RRT Credential

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Descripción del empleo

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shift coverage on a 12-hour schedule. The role involves caring for patients on mechanical ventilation, performing diagnostic bronchoscopy assistance, and managing airway therapy across cross-campus settings.

The position requires an MA respiratory license, NBRC RRT credential, and an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care, with opportunities for sign-on bonus and career growth. Cross-campus coverage is included.