Respiratory Therapist - 12-Hour Shifts (FT/PT)

New Jersey Respiratory; Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists in New Jersey to join a healthcare team providing assessment and treatment for cardiopulmonary disorders. The role emphasizes patient and family education on management, including medications and breathing techniques.

The successful candidates will work in a fast-paced setting, require current state licensure and BLS certification, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist with active state license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders
• Administer medications and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians
• Educate patients and families on management of conditions and breathing techniques
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed
• Respond to emergencies and provide life-support measures per scope of practice

Skills

Interpersonal communication

12-hour shifts

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Job description

Apploi is seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists in New Jersey to join a healthcare team providing assessment and treatment for cardiopulmonary disorders. The role emphasizes patient and family education on management, including medications and breathing techniques.

The successful candidates will work in a fast-paced setting, require current state licensure and BLS certification, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize patient care and outcomes.