Registered Respiratory Therapist

Oneida-Healthcare; City of Oneida (NY); Sur place; USD 46 838 - 65 436; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Oneida Health in Oneida, NY seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its Hospital Respiratory Therapy Department, with coverage across varied shifts and potential Sleep Lab duties.

The role requires independent and collaborative work to ensure patient safety and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate in Respiratory Therapy (Required).
• Registered or Registry eligible with The National Board for Respiratory Care (Required).
• New York RRT (Preferred).
• 1 year of experience in Respiratory Therapy (Preferred).

Responsabilités

• Maintain, inspect, clean, and test respiratory equipment as needed.
• Be familiar with the technical aspects of the equipment used by the department and apply them to different situations in the clinical setting.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory conditions, providing appropriate disease management techniques.
• Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient condition.
• Ensure respiratory care items are available and in stock, including transport oxygen tanks.
• Keep accurate and complete records.
• Serve as a resource person for Certified Therapists and other ancillary staff.

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Independent and team-oriented

Organizational skills

Compassionate patient care

Formation

Associate in Respiratory Therapy

Description du poste

Job Summary

Oneida Health is actively seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its Hospital Respiratory Therapy Department, providing additional coverage during varied shifts. The role may involve work in our Sleep Lab and Extended Care, conveniently located within a few steps of the hospital. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you will assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders, reporting directly to the Director of Respiratory Therapy. The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, ensuring the highest levels of patient safety and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, clean, and test respiratory equipment as needed.
• Be familiar with the technical aspects of the equipment used by the department and apply them to different situations in the clinical setting.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory conditions, providing appropriate disease management techniques.
• Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient condition.
• Ensure respiratory care items are available and in stock, including transport oxygen tanks.
• Keep accurate and complete records.
• Serve as a resource person for Certified Therapists and other ancillary staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate in Respiratory Therapy (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Registered or Registry eligible with The National Board for Respiratory Care (Required)
  • New York RRT (Preferred)
• Experience: 1 year of experience in Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move about the facility.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of equipment, up to a specified weight limit.
• Fine motor skills for equipment manipulation.
• Visual and auditory acuity for patient assessment and equipment monitoring.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills for patient education and interaction with healthcare teams.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills for accurate record-keeping and inventory management.
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach.

Job Details

• Location: Corporate - Oneida, NY 13421
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 2 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $34.00 - $47.50 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Days
• Job Category: Respiratory Therapy
• Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist