Respiratory Therapist

Roswellpark; Wheeler Heights (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Respiratory Care Professional in our Respiratory Therapy department. You will deliver comprehensive respiratory care across diverse clinical settings, guided by physician prescriptions and established standards.

The role involves assessing patients, administering therapies, monitoring responses, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize respiratory function and overall patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RRT license in NY required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide the full spectrum of respiratory care as prescribed by physicians.
• Assess patient needs and administer respiratory treatments.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust therapies as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal respiratory function and patient well-being.

Education

RRT license in NY

BLS certification

ACLS certification

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Title: Respiratory Therapist Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Respiratory Therapy Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Summary

Join our team as a Respiratory Care Professional and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes by delivering high-quality, compassionate care across a variety of clinical settings.

In this role, you will provide the full spectrum of respiratory care services as prescribed by physicians, utilizing a wide range of modalities in alignment with established standards, protocols, and best practices. You will assess patient needs, administer treatments, monitor responses, and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal respiratory function and overall patient well‑being.

This position is ideal for a clinically skilled and adaptable professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, is committed to patient-centered care, and values continuous learning to stay current with evolving respiratory therapies and technologies.

Qualifications

License and Certification Requirements

• License to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the State of New York;


• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS);


• Current certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Education and Experience

Graduation from a Respiratory Therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).

NOTES

• As a condition of continued employment, incumbents must obtain and maintain the certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within ninety (90) days of their appointment to this title.


• Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Compensation for This Role

• Base Hourly Rate: $31.76


• Geographical Differential: $6.93


• Total Hourly Rate: $38.69

Please note that the total hourly rate represents the potential compensation for this position. The final offer may vary based on an individual's qualifications, skills, and experience.

Shift Differentials

• $1.50/hour - Weekend Day Shift


• $1.75/hour - Weekday Evening Shift


• $3.00/hour - Weekend Evening Shift


• $2.00/hour - Weekday Night Shift


• $3.75/hour - Weekend Night Shift

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

• Innovation


• Integrity


• Teamwork


• Commitment


• Compassion


• Respect

Historical Compensation Information Statement

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