Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Pro (FT/PT/Per Diem)

New Jersey Respiratory; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory is seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists to join our team in New Jersey for full-time, part-time or per diem roles. The successful candidate will assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and provide education to patients and families on managing conditions.

The ideal candidate holds a current state license as a Respiratory Therapist, is BLS certified, and demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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 emergencies.

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 families on managing conditions, including medication use and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to develop patient treatment plans.
• Monitor and record patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Respond to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, and provide life support measures as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice for a Respiratory Therapist.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

New Jersey Respiratory is seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists to join our team in New Jersey for full-time, part-time or per diem roles. The successful candidate will assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and provide education to patients and families on managing conditions.

The ideal candidate holds a current state license as a Respiratory Therapist, is BLS certified, and demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills.