Respiratory Therapist

Baystate Health; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 98,460,000 - 167,732,000; Full time

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Free onsite parking

Job summary

Baystate Wing Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join Baystate Health’s inpatient care team in Massachusetts. You will perform comprehensive assessments, administer therapies, and support patients across adult and pediatric populations under physician direction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and nurses, competency in ventilation management, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Education includes AS in Respiratory Therapy and active BLS/CRT credentials.

Qualifications

• Associates of Science in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Certification: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiopulmonary assessments and diagnostic testing.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult and pediatric patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer respiratory therapies including medical gas therapy, aerosol and humidity therapy, airway clearance techniques, and ventilation.
• Perform pulmonary function testing, blood gas analysis, sleep studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Assist with discharge planning and patient education.
• Respond to Rapid Response and Code Blue events with advanced respiratory support.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Cardiopulmonary care

Ventilation management

Collaboration

Education

Associate of Science: Respiratory Therapy

Job description

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Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

At Baystate Health, our Respiratory Therapists are valued members of the interdisciplinary care team, delivering life-changing respiratory care across the continuum of care. If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and enjoy working in a collaborative environment where your expertise is respected, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Respiratory Therapist at Baystate Wing Hospital, you'll care for adult and pediatric patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Working under the direction of a physician, you'll perform diagnostic evaluations, administer therapeutic treatments, and play a vital role in improving patient outcomes.

What You'll Do

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will:

• Perform comprehensive cardiopulmonary assessments and diagnostic testing
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult and pediatric patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders
• Administer respiratory therapies, including:
  • Medical gas therapy
  • Aerosol and humidity therapy
  • Airway clearance techniques
  • Artificial airway management
  • Invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
  • Vascular catheter insertion, management, and care
  • Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS)
• Perform pulmonary function testing, blood gas analysis, sleep studies, and other diagnostic procedures
• Assess patient response to therapy and adjust treatment plans within established protocols
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to develop individualized care plans
• Participate in disease management for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions
• Support hemodynamic monitoring and patient stabilization
• Assist with discharge planning and patient education
• Respond to Rapid Response and Code Blue events, providing advanced respiratory support
• Maintain respiratory therapy equipment and ensure compliance with quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory standards

Why Baystate Health?

At Baystate Health, we're committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off—up to 25 days in your first year, with increases based on years of service
• Continuing education support and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement savings with a 403(b) company match and annual employer contributions
• First-Time Home Buyer financial assistance programs
• Farm Share memberships
• Complimentary financial coaching from a certified professional
• Comprehensive wellbeing programs supporting physical, mental, and financial health
• Reimbursement for wellness activities, including gym memberships, fitness equipment, personal training, massage therapy, and more
• Pet, home, auto, and personal insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Free onsite parking

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and families, we invite you to join the Respiratory Therapy team at Baystate Wing Hospital.

Education:

Associates of Science: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support – American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Respiratory Therapist – The National Board for Respiratory CareThe National Board for Respiratory CareThe National Board for Respiratory Care

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum

$34.34 – $44.96 – $58.56

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