Respiratory Therapist

Lahey Clinic Hospital, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Lahey Clinic Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide respiratory care under physician orders with a focus on critical care. The role reports to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and works under supervision of Respiratory Supervisors.

Required to have an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, MA license, and ACLS certification; RRT preferred with timeline to obtain within one year. Competitive base pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Massachusetts respiratory licensure/certification required or eligible; RRT preferred, must obtain within 1 year.
• ACLS certification preferred; strong patient care and critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory care duties for all age groups under physician orders.
• Follows department and Lahey Hospital policies and demonstrates high-level critical thinking in patient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.

Job Description

Position Summary: This position reports directly to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and receives day to day oversight from the Respiratory Supervisors. The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs respiratory care related duties to all age groups. The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for direct patient care within their scope of services in accordance with state licensure, and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care. The Respiratory Care Practitioner works under physician orders, follows departmental and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center policies. The Respiratory Care Practitioner utilizes a high level of critical thinking skills, must have the ability to apply the appropriate best-practice, be objective and receptive to others' points of view with regard to patient care issues.

Education: Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy. Licensure, Certification, Registration: Massachusetts License Certified Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist Preferred Current ACLS certification RRT is required, but can apply as CRT and must obtain RRT within a year. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Minimal Computer skills Excellent interpersonal skills Working knowlegde of PC's. Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills. Ability to impart specialized clinical and medical information to members of the health care team; physician, nurses Experience: Experience as a Staff Respiratory Therapist with a focus on critical care preferred Pay Range: $40.78 - $60.59 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.