Respiratory Therapist

New Jersey Respiratory Associates; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory Associates seeks Respiratory Therapists to assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and provide education to patients and families on managing conditions.

Responsibilities include administering medications and oxygen, collaborating with physicians and nurses, monitoring progress, and responding to emergencies with life support as needed.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong 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 and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life support within scope of practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Emergency response

12-hour shift tolerance

Education

State license: Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification

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.