PD Respiratory Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jersey City Medical Center is seeking a Pediatric/Adult Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across the hospital. You will maintain and monitor ventilation, assist with emergency airway management, and perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis to support optimal patient care.

Qualified candidates hold NBRC credentials, a NJ license, BLS, and have 2–3 years of adult critical care experience preferred. Hourly pay reflects New Jersey wages and experience.

Qualifications

• Required NBRC program graduate with appropriate credentials.
• Active NJ license to practice Respiratory Therapy is required.
• BLS certification and good communication within medical teams.
• 2–3 years of adult critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide respiratory care across hospital units.
• Maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation and manage emergencies.
• Perform arterial/capillary blood gas sampling and analysis.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

NBRC School for Respiratory Care

RRT/CRT Eligible NBRC

NJ State License to practice Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Job Title: PD Respiratory Therapist

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #: 0000267788

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $55.89 - $55.89 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. The Respiratory Therapist will also maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation, provide emergency airway management as ordered and perform arterial/capillary pH blood gas sampling and analysis.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of a National Board for Respiratory care (NBRC) School for Respiratory care
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care as described in the scope of services for Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Ability to follow directions accurately, organize and accomplish work as assigned
• Good communication skills to work collaboratively with patients, visitors and Medical team
• BLS Certification
• Two to three years of Adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric experience preferred.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Registered (RRT) or Registry Eligible (CRT) Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Active New Jersey State License to practice Respiratory Therapy
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association)

Essential Functions:

• The Respiratory Therapist will evaluate and recommend changes in therapy according to the policy and procedure and will consult with Physician and nurses to achieve best practice for maximum therapeutic benefit for patients.
• The position acts as a clinical resource person to nursing staff and ancillary personnel to provide appropriate care within guidelines of established standards of care.
• Performs other duties assigned by manger and supervisor for the timely operation of the department.