Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Nights)

77 consultants; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

77 consultants is looking for a part-time Respiratory Therapist in Peterborough, New Hampshire. The role involves providing essential respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions and includes responsibilities such as operating ventilators and conducting ABG sampling. Candidates must have an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant certifications such as BLS and ACLS.

This position requires 24 hours of work per week and offers benefits eligibility. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver acute and critical care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• Active licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage ventilators and BiPAP/CPAP devices.
• Conduct arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and interpretation.
• Administer medications via nebulizers.

Skills

Operating ventilators

Administering medications via nebulizers

Conducting ABG sampling

Cross-training in pulmonary function testing

Collaborating in interdisciplinary teams

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Active licensure as a Respiratory Therapist

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP certification

Job description

Under general supervision, the Respiratory Therapist provides essential respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions and pathophysiological conditions.

This role includes training and serving as a resource within the Respiratory Therapy Department.

It is essential to note that this job description does not encompass all duties; the employee may be tasked with additional responsibilities as directed by their supervisor.

This is a part-time, benefit-eligible position, requiring 24 hours of work per week.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in operating and managing ventilators and BiPAP/CPAP devices
• Conducting arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and interpretation
• Administering medications via nebulizers and metered-dose inhalers
• Cross-training in pulmonary function testing (PFT) procedures
• Collaborating effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver acute and critical care according to prescribed protocols

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or a related field
• Active licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Certification requirements include maintaining BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).