Respiratory Therapist - 12hrs Rotating

Partner's Healthcare; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders, aligned with board standards and department policies. The role includes assessing patients, contributing to the respiratory care plan, delivering treatment and education, and maintaining records.

Responsibilities cover care for newborn to geriatric patients, including management of ventilated individuals and rotating

Qualifications

• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Evidence of ongoing education as required by the MA Board of Registration.
• Demonstrated clinical competency equivalent to 3 years of critical care experience.
• CPR certification required (BLS).
• Knowledge of respiratory care across age groups: infant to older adult.

Responsibilities

• Inservice/training and participation in management of mechanically ventilated patients.
• Respiratory care services provided to neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Skills

Clinical competency

Team collaboration

CPR/BLS

Education

Massachusetts Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley HospitalMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to patients as prescribed by physicians, and as regulated by the Massachusetts Board of Registration, standards of practice of the American Association of Respiratory Care, and within the scope of department and hospital policies and procedures. The therapist applies scientific principles and a professional and collaborative approach to optimizing the patients health and function. He/she assesses the patients condition, participates in the formulation of the respiratory care plan, treats and teaches the patient, and maintains appropriate records.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include inservice/training, and participation in the management of mechanically ventilated patients.
• Respiratory care services are provided to Newborn, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric patients.

Qualifications

• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Evidence of continued education as required by the Board of Registration, Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Demonstrated clinical competency equivalent to 3 year of critical care experience.
• CPR certification required (BLS).
• Knowledge of the special needs and behaviors of the infant, child, adolescent, adult, and older adult populations required.

Job Details

• DAYS, EVENING, AND NIGHTS. EVERY OTHER WEEKEND.
• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 2014 Washington Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 12
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range $41.81 - $45.36/HourlyGrade 5

Company Culture

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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