Respiratory Therapist

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance seeks a Respiratory Therapist in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The role involves administering therapeutic gases, conducting diagnostic tests such as ABG draws and pulmonary function tests, and ensuring effective patient care. Candidates must hold an RRT certification, a degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, and a current Massachusetts license. The position offers full-time hours with evening and night shifts. We value continuous learning and effective communication in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• RRT Required.
• AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• AARC/NBRC membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer therapeutic gases and perform diagnostic tests.
• Maintain accurate patient records and collaborate with nursing staff.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Administration of therapeutic gases

Arterial blood gas (ABG) draws

Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)

Airway management

Tracheostomy care

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Effective communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Current Massachusetts Licenses as a Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital

Work Days:6p-6a, 10p-6a, 2p-10p. Every other W/E and Hol

Category: Allied Health

Department: Respiratory Care CH

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Evening / Night

Hours/Week: 40.00

Union Name: CH Laborers 380

Department Description

The Respiratory Care Department, operating under the medical direction of the Pulmonary department, provides comprehensive respiratory services across Cambridge Health Alliance's Cambridge, Everett, and Somerville campuses. Our dedicated team of Respiratory Therapists delivers a wide range of essential therapeutic services, including administering medical gases, performing arterial blood gas analysis, managing airways, and conducting pulmonary function tests. We are committed to customer satisfaction, effective resource utilization, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement, ensuring the highest standard of respiratory care for both inpatients and outpatients.

Job Summary

As a key member of our healthcare team, the Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for a wide range of patient care duties. This includes the administration of therapeutic gases and the performance of diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs). Candidates should be proficient in various respiratory therapies, including aerosolized treatments, Incentive Spirometry, Chest Physical Therapy, and providing Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).

A critical component of this role is airway management, including intubation, for which competency is required. You will also be responsible for tracheostomy care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the setup of therapeutic equipment like PAP and Bi-Pap machines. Beyond direct patient care, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate patient records, collaborating with nursing staff, and adapting to a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a professional who is committed to continuous learning and is an effective communicator and team player.

Qualifications / Requirements

• RRT Required
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Current Massachusetts Licenses as a Respiratory Therapist
• AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification
• ACLS certification preferred
• AARC/NBRC membership preferred

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.