Respiratory Pulmonary Function Therapist

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Boston, MA is seeking a Respiratory Pulmonary Function Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care. The role requires handling patient assessments, operating advanced respiratory equipment, and collaborating with the care team to support diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disease.

The position is part-time and based in the Pulmonary Department, with responsibilities including patient education and adherence to department policies.

Qualifications

• Must have NBRC registry/credential.
• Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license or permit.
• 3–5 years of experience in respiratory care or related field.
• Knowledge of department policies, procedures, standards and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Respiratory Care Services to diagnose and treat pulmonary disease.
• Perform and interpret respiratory assessments and review laboratory results.
• Operate and calibrate highly technical respiratory equipment.
• Explain therapy goals to patients and families and communicate with other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Communication with patients

Mathematics

Anatomy & Physiology knowledge

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program (2 years)

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

$40.21- $59.74

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