Per Diem Respiratory Care Practitioner - Growth & Benefits

Saint Peter's Healthcare System; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Saint Peter's Healthcare System is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner Per Diem to support the Respiratory Therapy team. The role involves conducting diagnostic tests and therapies appropriate to patients across age groups, initiating and maintaining mechanical ventilation, and responding to emergent care needs.

Qualified candidates hold an AMA-approved 1-year Respiratory Therapy program, NJ licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC RRT, and certifications in BLS and PALS (NRP for

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA-approved 1-year Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licensed by the NJ Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC-Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Demonstrated competency in all procedures within scope of practice for the ages served; ability to interpret information for patient needs.
• Competency in care for Infant, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric groups.
• BLS Certification required, per American Heart Association.
• PALS obtained within 30 days of start; NRP certification for NICU assignments when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures appropriate to patient age.
• Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation.
• Respond to emergent patient care.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

BLS Certification

PALS

Education

AMA-approved 1-year Respiratory Therapy program

NJ Board of Respiratory Care licensure

NBRC-Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

PALS certification

Job description

Saint Peter's Healthcare System is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner Per Diem to support the Respiratory Therapy team. The role involves conducting diagnostic tests and therapies appropriate to patients across age groups, initiating and maintaining mechanical ventilation, and responding to emergent care needs.

Qualified candidates hold an AMA-approved 1-year Respiratory Therapy program, NJ licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC RRT, and certifications in BLS and PALS (NRP for