Respiratory Therapist - 4-Day Week, Cardio-Pulm Care

Montefiore Orthopedics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ViziRecruiter, LLC. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in New York, NY to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities. The position requires a graduate of an AMA accredited program, current NYS Respiratory Therapist License, and BLS certification. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy and ability to maintain respiratory equipment. The role operates on a four-day work week, with duties including training staff and assisting with cardiopulmonary emergencies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA Respiratory Program or Certificate of completion from an AMA accredited program.
• Current NYS Respiratory Therapist License.
• CRT, RRT or Registry Eligible by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current BLS by the American Heart Association.
• One to two years of experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory procedures for patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities.
• Provides respiratory support to all patients with abnormalities of cardiopulmonary function.
• Responds to and provides assistance with cardiopulmonary arrests.
• Administers and monitors all diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.
• May be required to train PCT/LPN staff.
• Maintains all respiratory equipment.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary support

Equipment maintenance

Training staff

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of AMA Respiratory Program

Current NYS Respiratory Therapist License

CRT or RRT certification

Job description

ViziRecruiter, LLC. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in New York, NY to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities. The position requires a graduate of an AMA accredited program, current NYS Respiratory Therapist License, and BLS certification. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in Respiratory Therapy and ability to maintain respiratory equipment. The role operates on a four-day work week, with duties including training staff and assisting with cardiopulmonary emergencies.