PD Respiratory Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Livingston, NJ, is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to support the Respiratory Care department at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. The role involves performing standard and advanced respiratory therapies per physician orders and clinical protocols.

The position requires a NBRC-approved school, CRT or RRT credentials, a New Jersey State Respiratory Care License, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NBRC-approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC.
• Current New Jersey State Respiratory Care License.
• Successful completion of all required orientation and onboarding programs.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain per organizational requirements).

Responsibilities

• Performing basic and advanced respiratory therapy procedures within the scope of respiratory patient care services.
• Assessing patients and providing respiratory treatments based on physician orders and established clinical protocols.
• Transcribing and implementing physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Administering oxygen therapy and monitoring patient response.
• Utilizing advanced assessment skills to identify changes in patient condition and adjust care as appropriate.
• Managing and monitoring patients requiring ventilator support.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Documenting patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Ensuring compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

NBRC-approved School of Respiratory Care

CRT or RRT NBRC

New Jersey State Respiratory Care License

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #: 000048737

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $55.89- $55.89per 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.

Per Diem Respiratory Therapist – RWJBarnabas Health

A typical day for a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist may include:

• Performing basic and advanced respiratory therapy procedures within the scope of respiratory patient care services.
• Assessing patients and providing respiratory treatments based on physician orders and established clinical protocols.
• Transcribing and implementing physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Administering oxygen therapy and monitoring patient response.
• Utilizing advanced assessment skills to identify changes in patient condition and adjust care as appropriate.
• Managing and monitoring patients requiring ventilator support.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Documenting patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Ensuring compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered respiratory care.
• You thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment and enjoy working with a diverse patient population.
• You are confident in managing acute respiratory conditions and ventilator support.
• You possess strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• You work well independently while also collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• You are flexible and enjoy the variety that comes with a per diem schedule.

To be considered for this Per Diem Respiratory Therapist opportunity:

• Graduate of an NBRC-approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current New Jersey State Respiratory Care License.
• Successful completion of all required orientation and onboarding programs.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain per organizational requirements).