Respiratory Therapist

New Jersey Respiratory Associates; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory Associates is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team in East Orange, NJ. The role involves assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and educating families on managing conditions.

You will administer medications and oxygen therapy, monitor patient progress, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans. A state license and BLS certification are required, and you should be able to work 12-hour shifts in

Qualifications

• Must hold current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer medications and oxygen therapy as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on managing conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life support as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Emergency response

Job description

Summary

We are seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our team of healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and providing education to patients and their families on how to manage their conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and pneumonia.
• Administer medication and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians.
• Educate patients and their families on how to manage their conditions, including medication use and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and nurses, to develop patient treatment plans.
• Monitor and record patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Respond to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, and provide life support measures as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice for a Respiratory Therapist.

Requirements

• Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency situations.