Respiratory Therapist

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Care Department. This role involves providing high-quality respiratory care and patient support to infants and children in a dynamic clinical environment. Ideal candidates will possess an appropriate degree, required certifications, and experience in Tertiary Hospitals, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Benefits

$10,000 sign on bonus

Flexible schedule

Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance

Generous levels of time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted rates on T-passes (75% off)

Qualifications

• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Licensed by the State of MA.
• One plus years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care and assisted ventilation to infants and children.
• Monitor mechanical ventilation and provide therapy in critical and inpatient settings.
• Communicate effectively with care teams and family members.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Mechanical Ventilation

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

**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 opportunity for professional development. Salaries and benefits are competitive with opportunity for advancement using our 3-tiered Professional ladder.

This Registered Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for:

• Administering respiratory care and assisted ventilation to infants and children with acute and chronic disease states in all areas of the hospital, following prescribed treatment.
• Applying and monitoring mechanical ventilation.
• Providing respiratory therapy in critical care, inpatient, outpatient and emergency settings.
• Providing patient care in assigned clinical area and completes associated duties.
• Communicating with care team, patients and their family members, and co-workers.
• Participating in professional development and opportunities for advancement within departmental career ladder, including ECMO specialist positions.

To qualify, you must have:

• An Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required, graduates of a BS Degree Respiratory Therapy program preferred.
• One plus years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience in a Tertiary Hospital preferred, but recent graduates of an AS or BS Degree Respiratory Therapy program are also 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, preferred. NPS, PALS, NRP, ACLS preferred.

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including a flexible schedule, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, and discounted rates on T-passes (75% off). Discover your best..