Respiratory Therapist: $15K Sign-On, Night Shift

BMC Health System; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

BMCHS in Boston, MA seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care and manage complex ventilation care in a 36-hour weekly schedule (7p-7:30a). A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates.

The role requires Massachusetts licensure, NBRC registration, and BLS certification. Responsibilities include patient assessment, ventilator operation, airway management, and adherence to department policies.

Qualifications

• Must complete a two-year AMA-approved program in Respiratory Care.
• Two years of Respiratory Therapist experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist required.
• NBRC registration and BLS certification required.
• English language communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care according to department policy and procedure.
• Review patient charts and interpret physician orders accurately.
• Set up equipment and medications for tests and therapy treatments.
• Operate ventilators and monitor patients on mechanical ventilation.
• Document all patient treatments in charts and report responses.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Ventilation management

English communication

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Two-year AMA-approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Ventilator equipment handling

Computer skills

Job description

BMCHS in Boston, MA seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care and manage complex ventilation care in a 36-hour weekly schedule (7p-7:30a). A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates.

The role requires Massachusetts licensure, NBRC registration, and BLS certification. Responsibilities include patient assessment, ventilator operation, airway management, and adherence to department policies.