Respiratory Pulmonary Function Therapist

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Boston, MA seeks a Respiratory Pulmonary Function Therapist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic duties under the Respiratory Care Department Clinical Coordinator. The role focuses on delivering high-quality pulmonary care and accurate lab assessments in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Candidates must complete a two-year AMA-approved respiratory therapy program, hold NBRC registration, possess a Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license, and bring three to five years

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Three to five years of experience with respiratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disease and deliver respiratory care.
• Operate and calibrate respiratory equipment and monitor patient response.
• Explain therapy goals to patients and communicate with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Anatomy

Physiology

Microbiology

Pulmonary physics

Pulmonary pathophysiology

Advanced respiratory care

Mathematics

Blood gas analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two-year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Respiratory Care Department Clinical Coordinator, performs a variety of technical duties involved in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disease, along with the delivery of Respiratory Care Services to ensure the quality care received by patients.

Position: Respiratory Pulmonary Function Therapist

Department: Pulmonary

Schedule: Part Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Work requires knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Pulmonary Physics, Pulmonary Pathophysiology, advanced respiratory care, mathematics, blood gas chemistry, and pharmacology at a level generally acquired through the completion of a two year AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy.

Work requires registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Work requires a current license or permit from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Respiratory Therapist.

Work requires knowledge of department policies, procedures, standards, and equipment at a level generally acquired during three to five years of experience.

Work requires analytical ability necessary to review and evaluate various laboratory results, conduct respiratory assessments, and properly operate highly technical respiratory equipment.

Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to explain therapy and goals to patients and family members and to communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals.

Compensation Range:

$32.84- $43.31

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans