Respiratory Therapist

Rochester General Hospital; Village of Clifton Springs (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital - Clifton Springs Nursing Home respiratory therapy role. The Respiratory Therapist implements care plans, evaluates cardiopulmonary data, administers therapies, and educates patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities include data review, procedure selection, equipment checks, and collaboration with the care team. Requires NY RT license or RTT with NBRC CRT, AS in Respiratory Therapy, and current ACLS within one year.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care (Required).
• New York State Respiratory Therapist (RT) license with current registration or RTT license with NBRC CRT credentials.
• ACLS certification (current) within one year of hire; non-acute areas exempt from ACLS requirement.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate data in patient records including history, exams, and respiratory orders.
• Assess data such as blood gases, lab results, hemodynamics, ECG, and radiology reports.
• Advise providers on respiratory care procedures and techniques.
• Prepare and check respiratory care equipment for proper function and cleanliness.
• Document prescribed procedures including medication administration, airway care, oxygen therapy, ventilation support, and diagnostics.
• Monitor and document clinical parameters and patient assessments.
• Modify treatment techniques based on patient response.
• Educate patients on therapeutic procedures and updates to care plans.
• Initiate and update respiratory care plans; collaborate with the health care team.
• Maintain ACLS certification and respond to emergencies.
• Communicate patient status to the health care team per policy.
• Instruct and orient Respiratory Care staff, students, and affiliates.

Skills

ACLS certification

Patient education

Education

AS: Respiratory Therapy

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

SUMMARY

In any patient care setting, the Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public. Evaluation shall include the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of data obtained from physiological specimens, performing diagnostic tests, and performing history and physical related to respiratory care. Therapy shall include the application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, mechanical ventilator support, artificial airway care and maintenance, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Education shall include providing and documenting education to patients and family, acting as a preceptor for both orienting team members and students assigned to rotations at RRHS affiliates, and providing public education upon request.

Status: Full-Time

Location: Clifton Springs Nursing Home - 2 Coulter Rd, Clifton Springs, NY 14432

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Schedule : Days, 12-hr. shifts 6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Weekend rotation requirement every other to every third weekend

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and evaluates existing data in the patient record, including patient history, physical exam, current vital signs, admission and current respiratory care orders for each patient assigned.
• Reviews and evaluates other pertinent data, such as blood gas and other laboratory results, hemodynamic monitoring, electrocardiogram, and radiology study reports, specific to each patient assigned.
• Advises providers on appropriate respiratory care procedures and techniques for a given patient care situation.
• Selects, assembles, and checks respiratory care equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness.
• Recommends, conducts, and documents prescribed therapeutic procedures of all types, including medication administration, airway care, bronchial hygiene, oxygen and aerosol therapy, ventilator support, and monitoring and diagnostic procedures.
• Monitors and documents all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Modifies treatment techniques based on patient response.
• Provides and documents patient education for therapeutic procedures performed.
• Initiates and updates respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure as applicable.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team to implement the plan of care.
• Maintains ACLS certification and initiates optimum emergency resuscitation procedures.
• Communicates information regarding patient's clinical status to appropriate members of health care team according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Participates in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students, and other allied health professionals in methods of administration of respiratory care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate.
• New York State Respiratory Therapist (RT) license with current registration, including credentials received prior to 9/1993 OR New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) license AND National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) active credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire. Respiratory therapists employed in non-acute (Pulmonary or Long-Term Care) areas are excluded from the ACLS requirement.

EDUCATION

• AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a pro