Registered Respiratory Therapist- Full Time Evening Shifts

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential respiratory care to patients, ensuring their comfort and recovery. You will operate various therapeutic gas equipment, administer prescribed medical gases, and analyze patient data to assist in their treatment. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient health in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about respiratory care and committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing respiratory care and operating medical gas equipment.
• Knowledge of patient assessment and respiratory therapy protocols.

Responsibilities

• Administer medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients.
• Monitor and record patient data during therapy and diagnostic testing.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Care

Equipment Operation

ABG Analysis

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Certification

Tools

Oxygen Equipment

Therapeutic Gas Equipment

Job description

Job Overview

Under general supervision and according to established procedure specific to age and upon order of a physician provides respiratory care designed to stabilize, prevent or remedy patient respiratory problems. In doing so, arranges and operates a variety of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment in order to safely administer prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients. Checks equipment regularly for proper functioning and records data obtained during therapy and diagnostic testing in patient charts. Draws, analyzes, and reports ABGs to physicians and nurses. Involved with adult ventilator weaning protocol and MDI protocol. Participates in embracing excellence and relationship-based care.