Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care & Life Support

New Jersey Respiratory

Wayne (NJ)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 80,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory is seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists to join our team for FT, PT or Per Diem in Wayne, NJ. You will assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and provide education to patients and families on managing conditions.

Responsibilities include administering medications and oxygen therapy, collaborating with physicians and nurses on treatment plans, monitoring progress, and responding to emergencies in line with scope of practice for a

Qualifications

Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and pneumonia.
Administer medication and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians.
Educate patients and their families on how to manage their conditions, including medication use and breathing techniques.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and nurses, to develop patient treatment plans.
Monitor and record patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Respond to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, and provide life support measures as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice for a Respiratory Therapist.