Respiratory Therapist

Southcoast Health System; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 42,333 - 71,221; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

Generous Earned Time Off Package

Employee Wellbeing Program

403B Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

Professional growth opportunities

Customized leadership training

Job summary

Join a community-focused health system as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care. This position offers a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and a supportive work environment. You will be responsible for administering respiratory services, educating patients, and working closely with healthcare professionals. With a commitment to professional growth and a culture that celebrates diversity, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community. Enjoy a rewarding career with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a chance to work in a team dedicated to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care program required; Associates preferred.
• One year of acute and chronic respiratory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor Respiratory Care Services according to Physician's orders.
• Perform diverse duties including medication delivery and airway management.

Skills

Chest Physical Therapy (CPT)

Medication Delivery

Patient and Family Education

Airway Management

Non-invasive and Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

Education

Graduate of an approved program for Respiratory Care

Associates degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Electrocardiogram (EKG) testing

Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

Location

US-MA-New Bedford

ID

2025-40214

Schedule

Regular Part-Time

Remote

No

Department

S-Resp. Ther.

Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Respiratory Therapist

*$3,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)*

Hours: 24hrs

Shift: Day/Evening shift, 7:00am - 7:30pm with weekend and holiday rotation; Rotation to all shifts as needed

Location: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA; Rotate to St. Luke's Hospital and/or Charlton Memorial Hospital as needed up to position hours

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**

• Employee Wellbeing Program

• 403B Retirement Plan with company match

• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Respiratory Care or designee, perform diversified duties in administering and monitoring Respiratory Care Services according to Physician*s orders. Services including but not limited to; Chest Physical Therapy (CPT), sputum induction, breathing exercises, medication delivery, fit testing, Tuberculosis (TB) testing, blood sampling and analysis, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), airway management, bronchoscopy assistance, evaluation and assessment, protocol implementation, patient and family education, smoking cessation, non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation, airway management, heliox therapy, oxygen therapy, holter monitoring, Electrocardiogram (EKG) testing and Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved program for Respiratory Care is required; an Associates degree is preferred.
• One (1) year of acute and chronic respiratory care experience is preferred.
• Valid license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Respiratory Care is required.
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) is required; RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) is preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range

USD $30.73 - USD $51.70 /Hr.

Rotation Schedule Requirement

Rotation to all shifts as needed