Respiratory Therapist

New Jersey Respiratory Associates; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory Associates is seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our team of healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, and provide education to patients and their families on how to manage their conditions.

The role includes administering medications and oxygen therapy, collaborating with physicians and nurses, monitoring progress, and responding to emergencies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS certification is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and respond to emergencies.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Shift work capability

Emergency response

Education

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Tools

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.