Respiratory Therapist

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 119,803,000 - 136,938,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Staff Respiratory Therapist for a 36-hour Day shift at our 1133 Centre Street location. You will evaluate and treat patients with breathing disorders, monitor ventilators, and deliver prescribed therapies to support pulmonary function.

The role offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus (current employees not eligible) and requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, with a Bachelor's preferred, plus BLS and state licensure.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy required.
• Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy preferred.
• BLS certification preferred and NBRC credentials encouraged.
• Massachusetts state respiratory license required.

Responsibilities

• Determine respiratory treatment goals in collaboration with physicians and nurses.
• Deliver and assess responses to prescribed therapy to restore pulmonary function.
• Administer aerosolized medications and manage oxygen/ventilator equipment.
• Monitor vital signs, ABGs, and ventilator parameters during therapy.
• Educate patients and families on therapy use and disease management.

Skills

BLS Certification

RRT

Massachusetts License

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred

Tools

NBRC Certification

Job description

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

We're offering a generous $15,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. (current employees of MGB not eligible)

Staff Respiratory Therapist, 36hr Day shift

Respiratory therapists treat, evaluate, monitor, and manage patients with breathing disorders or cardiovascular problems.

Care provided by respiratory therapists may include administration of oxygen, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, chest physical therapy, management of mechanical ventilators, administering drugs to the lungs, monitoring cardiopulmonary systems, and measuring lung function.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Determines respiratory treatment goals in consultation with physicians, nurses, and by prescription
• 2. Delivers and assesses responses to ordered therapy to be sure it is restoring the patient’s pulmonary function.
• 3. Administers prescribed doses of aerosol drugs
• 4. Utilizes various types of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment such as masks, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators per hospital policy
• 5. Administers Respiratory Therapy by performing various techniques of bronchopulmonary drainage, such as percussion/vibration, Acapella, incentive spirometry
• 6. Monitors physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes
• 7. Educate patients and family members on a variety of topics such as correct MDI or aerosol use, smoking cessation, and other respiratory equipment
• 8. Assists in educating students
• 9. Ability to perform arterial blood gas puncture
• 10. Respond to Code Blue, stat calls, and be a member of RRT (Rapid Response Team)
• 11. Assist with endotracheal intubation
• 12. Extubate patients per order
• 13. Maintain the integrity of the patient-ventilator system by proper airway management, measure ventilator volumes and pressures, and obtain ventilator mechanics (RSBI, Raw, spontaneous RR and minute volume, NIF)
• 14. Be an active critical care team member in meeting patients’ goals by attending rounds, giving pertinent patient information, and offering suggestions.
• 15. Be a team player both on the floor and in the ICU to meet the best patient goals and needs
• 16. Assist and direct treatments given by CRTs and those with limited licenses.
• 17. Assist with the orientation of new employees
• 18. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and general treatment acceptance.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy required and Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred
• Registered Respiratory Therapist [RRT] - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred
• Respiratory Therapist Massachusetts State License - Required

Experience

Respiratory Care 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to be a subject matter expert in the area of Respiratory Therapy and be able to communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare disciplines.
• Ability to assess quickly and offer professional judgment to prepare appropriate care plan, and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy.
• Strong communication Skills.
• Ability to walk distances and push medical equipment weighing less than 100 pounds.
• May also be required to stand immobile for long periods of time.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasional… (3‑33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%)
• Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1133 Centre Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$41.81 - $47.79/Hourly

Grade

5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.