Respiratory Therapist

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care for infants and children with acute and chronic diseases. This role involves administering respiratory therapy in various clinical settings, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive benefits package, including a generous sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance

Generous time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted T-pass rates (75% off)

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Required: Credentialed by National Board as Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Preferred: Experience in Tertiary Hospital, NICU/PICU experience.
• Certifications like NPS, PALS, NRP, ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care and assisted ventilation to infants and children.
• Monitor mechanical ventilation in critical care settings.
• Communicate effectively with care teams and patients.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

This position is eligible for full-time benefits and a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Schedule: 36 hours per week, rotating day/night shifts, every third weekend.

Boston Children's Hospital Respiratory Care Department offers a highly clinically challenging environment with opportunities for professional development. Salaries and benefits are competitive, with opportunities for advancement via our 3-tiered Professional ladder.

Responsibilities include:

• Administering respiratory care and assisted ventilation to infants and children with acute and chronic diseases in all hospital areas, following prescribed treatments.
• Applying and monitoring mechanical ventilation.
• Providing respiratory therapy in critical care, inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
• Providing patient care in assigned clinical areas and completing associated duties.
• Communicating effectively with care teams, patients, families, and co-workers.
• Participating in professional development and departmental career ladder opportunities, including ECMO specialist positions.

Qualifications:

• An Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required; a BS Degree is preferred.
• One or more years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience in a Tertiary Hospital is preferred, but recent graduates of an AS or BS Degree Respiratory Therapy program are encouraged to apply.
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Licensed by the State of MA.
• NICU, PICU experience is preferred. Certifications such as NPS, PALS, NRP, ACLS are also preferred.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible scheduling, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, and discounted T-pass rates (75% off). Discover your best with us.

All employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, unless eligible for a medical or religious exemption.

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.