Registered Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem & Contract - Manhattan

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Respiratory Therapist to perform comprehensive assessments and deliver respiratory care. The ideal candidate will collaborate with medical teams, educate patients, and manage ventilator protocols. This role requires a valid NY license and a minimum of two years of experience in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State required.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) from the NBRC required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive respiratory assessments and therapy.
• Collaborates with physicians on patient care plans.
• Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies and provides airway care.

Skills

Patient Education

Respiratory Assessment

Ventilator Management

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificate from an accredited respiratory therapist program

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment and respiratory therapy as prescribed by a physician. Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education. Prepares, operates and maintains respiratory test/care equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment.
2. Utilizes assessment data to determine patient's actual or potential problems.
3. Performs bedside pulmonary function studies as per physician's order.
4. Collaborates with physicians on patient's plan of care.
5. Evaluates patient's responses to respiratory care.
6. Utilizes a process in delivering care to assigned patients.
7. Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education as ordered.
8. Completes departmental paperwork as specified for each assignment completed and assists with inventory control.
9. Performs physical chest therapy (cupping) to loosen and mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs and clears airway blockage in the patient's respiratory system, as needed.
10. Assists in Pulmonary Stress Testing, when necessary.
11. Performs standard suctioning techniques as indicated, collecting the appropriate, requested specimens.
12. Implements ventilator management/weaning protocols.
13. Performs bronchial hygiene and airways care procedures.
14. Collects blood for pH gas analysis, notifies physicians of results and performs appropriate changes in ventilator parameters.
15. Implements, monitors, and maintains non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Monitors gas exchange via non-invasive measures including pulse oximetry and capnography.
16. Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients with artificial airways.
17. Administers oxygen and humidification therapy as per physician's order and department policy. Initiates, monitors and adjusts parameters on continuous mechanical ventilation.
18. Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies and renders care as per ACLS/BCLS standards.
19. Provides emergent airway care including intubation, as per department policy.
20. Implements ventilator management adhering to protocols as per department and ICU standards.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
2. Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program, required. Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
3. Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State, required.
4. Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) from the NBRC, required.
5. Advanced or Basic Life Support certification, required.
6. Minimum 2 years of experience, required.

*Additional Salary Detail: The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).