Respiratory Therapist - 36 hrs nights

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Dallas, Newton, Trenton (TX, MA, NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services, ensuring optimal patient health through a collaborative approach. Your expertise will be crucial in managing ventilated patients and educating them on their care plans. This position offers a competitive sign-on bonus and the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations, making a significant impact in their recovery. If you're passionate about respiratory care and eager to contribute to a supportive healthcare environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to patients.
• Assess patients' conditions and formulate respiratory care plans.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Assessment

Critical Care Experience

CPR Certification (BLS)

Patient Education

Education

Associate Degree in Science

Job description

Sign-on bonus- $10,000! 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 include inservice/training, and participation in the management of mechanically ventilated patients. Respiratory care services are provided to Newborn, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric patients.

Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program with an Associate Degree in Science. - 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.

Additional Job Description

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.