Respiratory Therapist

The Brooklyn Hospital Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in New York is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver critical care to patients of all ages. This role involves interpreting physiological parameters, using advanced respiratory technology, and educating patients and families, while participating in emergency response teams. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess the necessary licensure and credentials.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Licensed Respiratory Therapist.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T) credential.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute and critical respiratory care to all age groups.
• Teach patients, families, and healthcare providers about respiratory technology.
• Participate in 'code blue' and 'rapid response' teams.

Skills

Knowledge of Translaryngeal intubation

Knowledge of arterial puncture

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care Science (B.S.R.T.)

Associate Degree in Respiratory Science (A.A.S.)

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

New York City Fire Department Certificate of Fitness – G71

Job description

Description

The Registered, New York State Licensed, Respiratory Therapist provides acute and critical respiratory care to all age groups, utilizing sound clinical and technological knowledge. The respiratory care includes acquisition and interpretation of physiological parameters and application of respiratory technology toward the resolution of respiratory diseases. The Respiratory Therapists are part of "code blue" and "rapid response" teams. The practice also involves teaching of patient and family members, students and other health care providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Respiratory Care Science (B.S.R.T.)

OR

• An Associate Degree in Respiratory Science (A.A.S.), plus an Associate or higher degree in any science major

OR

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Science (A.A.S.), plus four (4) years hospital related experience (Nursing Home experience does not apply/count).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in hospital setting - Preferred
• Critical care experience with all age group – adult, pediatric, and neonatal – Preferred
• Current New York State Licensed Respiratory Therapist

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T) credential from The National Board for Respiratory Care
• New York City Fire Department Certificate of Fitness – G71 Supervision of Piped Non Flammable Medical Gas
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Knowledge of Translaryngeal intubation
• Knowledge of arterial puncture
• Computer skills
• Ability to pass/satisfy department provided verbal or written examination in respiratory physiology, clinical practices and equipment