Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist — Full-Time, Growth

St. Peter's Health Partners, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time 12-hour night shift. You will assess, treat and care for patients with pulmonary disorders, using cardiopulmonary equipment and testing to support breathing.

Responsibilities include data gathering, airway management, and patient education. The role requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and a NY state RT license, with opportunities for growth and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy is required.
• Valid NY State Respiratory Therapist license is required.

Responsibilities

• Gather data to assess a patient’s current health status.
• Assess the patient according to age-related needs.
• Observe, record and report symptoms, reactions and progress.
• Administer and record prescribed medications, treatments and diagnostics.
• Responsible for airway management including intubations/extubations and tracheostomy care.
• Provide health education to patients and communities.

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Current NY State RT License

Job description

St. Peter's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time 12-hour night shift. You will assess, treat and care for patients with pulmonary disorders, using cardiopulmonary equipment and testing to support breathing.

Responsibilities include data gathering, airway management, and patient education. The role requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and a NY state RT license, with opportunities for growth and tuition support.