Registered Respiratory Therapist - Vital Care & Ventilation

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a skilled Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care modalities in a patient-centered setting. You will perform diagnostic procedures, maintain and monitor respiratory equipment, and assist in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as needed.

Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential in this role located in our NJ facilities. Required are a high school diploma or GED, graduation from an AMA-approved respiratory therapist

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of AMA approved respiratory therapist program.
• Previous clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Administers diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care modalities.
• Performs diagnostic respiratory care procedures.
• Maintains and monitors respiratory related equipment.
• Assists in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient care

Education

High School diploma / GED

AMA approved respiratory therapist program

Tools

Ventilator operation

Blood gas machines

Pulmonary function unit

Suction machine

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a skilled Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care modalities in a patient-centered setting. You will perform diagnostic procedures, maintain and monitor respiratory equipment, and assist in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as needed.

Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential in this role located in our NJ facilities. Required are a high school diploma or GED, graduation from an AMA-approved respiratory therapist