Registered Respiratory Therapist (On-Call, 7 On / 7 Off- Full Time)

North Country Healthcare; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commencement bonus

Job summary

North Country Healthcare in Berlin, NH seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our respiratory therapy team in an on-call capacity. The role follows a 7 on / 7 off rotation and is salaried, paid during the on-call week regardless of hours worked.

The therapist administers oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and other modalities, collaborating with physicians and nurses to deliver high‑quality care.

Qualifications

• Must hold NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Active NH state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS and ACLS certification required; PALS and/or NRP preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical respiratory experience preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and respond within 30 minutes when on-call.

Responsibilities

• Respond to on-call alerts and provide respiratory therapy as needed.
• Administer and monitor oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and other respiratory modalities.
• Evaluate patient conditions and recommend respiratory interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments and outcomes.
• Ensure equipment is functioning and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

On-call readiness

Independent work

Time management

Clinical judgment

Education

RRT NBRC

NH state license

BLS/ACLS

PALS/NRP preferred

Clinical experience 1–2 yrs

Job description

This position is eligible for a commencement bonus of $7,500.00, with 50% payable at or around the hire date and the remaining 50% payable after six (6) months of continuous employment.

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (On-Call, 7 On / 7 Off, Salaried)

Location: Berlin, NH

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Reports To: Clinical Supervisor of Cardiopulmonary Services

Job Type: Salaried, On-Call

Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off (On-Call Only)

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our team in an on-call capacity. This unique position follows a 7 on / 7 off rotation, providing flexibility and work-life balance. The RRT will be on-call only during their 7-day work period and is compensated on a salary basis, regardless of hours worked.

The therapist will be responsible for delivering high-quality respiratory care services to patients as needed during on-call shifts. Candidates must be confident working independently and able to respond promptly to urgent patient needs.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $37.21/hr - $46.50/hr - $50.22/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's applicable experience, skills, qualifications, and other job‑related factors.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to on-call alerts and provide respiratory therapy services as required.
• Administer and monitor oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and other respiratory modalities.
• Evaluate patient conditions and recommend appropriate respiratory interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory policies at all times.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care).
• Active NH state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS and ACLS certification required; PALS and/or NRP preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical respiratory experience preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively while on call.
• Reliable transportation and ability to respond within 30 minutes when on-call.

Required Competencies

• Completion and maintenance of all assigned clinical competencies as defined by the Respiratory Therapy Department and facility policy.
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe, effective, and age-appropriate care.
• Competence in ventilator management, airway clearance techniques, and emergency response procedures (including code blue).
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting a wide range of respiratory equipment.
• Competency checks will be conducted upon hire and at regular intervals, including but not limited to:
  • ABG sampling and analysis
  • Non-invasive and invasive ventilation
  • CPAP/BiPAP setup and management
  • Oxygen therapy systems
  • Emergency airway management support
  • Infection control procedures
• Participation in continuing education and department training sessions is expected to maintain clinical readiness.

Schedule Details

• On‑call only, 7 consecutive days.
• Off the following 7 days, providing a week of uninterrupted personal time.
• Must be available to respond to calls promptly during on‑call week.

Please Note: All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.

Additionally, if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.