Overnight Respiratory Therapist — Ventilation & Patient Care

Centralus Health; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. The role supports a multidisciplinary care team and emphasizes patient-centered treatment, education, and safe, effective therapy across all patient areas.

The position involves 3 overnight 12-hour shifts onsite with potential for limited travel. NY licensure required; BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications encouraged. Compensation ranges $35–$48 per hour.

Qualifications

• Education: RRT
• Experience: New graduates and experienced therapists
• Licensure: Active New York Respiratory Therapist License
• Certifications BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP

Responsibilities

• Performs all respiratory therapy duties in all patient care areas.
• Proficient in mechanical ventilation, NIPPV, patient assessment, tracheostomy care, high flow Oxygen therapy, airway stabilization/maintenance, patient education, ABG acquisition and outpatient respiratory procedures.
• Quickly responds and communicates with nursing and providers regarding changes in patient condition.
• Performs timely and accurate documentation
• Actively participates in patient treatment plan and supports multidisciplinary team rounds.
• Positive attitude with a patient centered care focus and maintains approachable behavior and acts as a resource to others

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

RRT

Tools

Mechanical ventilation

NIPPV

ABG analysis

Job description

Cayuga Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. The role supports a multidisciplinary care team and emphasizes patient-centered treatment, education, and safe, effective therapy across all patient areas.

The position involves 3 overnight 12-hour shifts onsite with potential for limited travel. NY licensure required; BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications encouraged. Compensation ranges $35–$48 per hour.