Respiratory Therapist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Exeter (NH); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus (overnight shifts)

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health’s Exeter Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer therapy and life support to patients under physician prescription. The role supports patient rounds, monitors life support systems, and participates in emergent care as needed.

A NH license with CRT or RRT, 1–3 years of related experience, and CPR within 90 days are required. The position offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus for overnight shifts and a base hourly wage between $35 and $52, with variations by

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of directly related respiratory therapy experience.
• Must be licensed as NH Respiratory Care Practitioner and hold CRT or RRT credentials.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapy and life support under physician supervision.
• Monitors environmental and life-support systems.
• Observes patients, checks equipment, and makes changes during rounds.
• Performs emergency care as needed.
• Assists physicians as directed.
• Maintains departmental policies and quality assurance.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Education

NH Respiratory Care Practitioner license

CRT / RRT credential

CPR certification within 90 days

Job description

## Respiratory TherapistApply: Exeter Hospital: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR104106**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.**Administers respiratory therapy, care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system under the supervision of the physician and by prescription. $15,000 sign-on bonus available for overnight shifts only. Bonus amounts for positions under 40 hours per week will be prorated.**Job Description:**Administers respiratory therapy, care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system under the supervision of the physician and by prescription.Major Responsibilities:a. Performs all functions within the scope of practice as ordered by the physician.b. Monitors environmental and life support systems.c. Observes patients, checks equipment and makes changes as necessary during patient rounds.d. Performs emergency care.e. Assists physicians as directed.f. Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives and quality assurance. **Education** Post Secondary Education or equivalent - Directly related field **Years of Experience -** 1 to 3 years Directly related **License and Certification** Respiratory Care Practitioner - NH; Nationally recognized credential (CRT, RRT) CPR certified within 90 days of hire**Pay Range:**$35.00 - $52.01The 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.