Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Ventilation Expert

Jefferson Health; Stratford (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Stratford, NJ, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer and monitor respiratory therapies per physician orders. The role involves evaluating patients, performing PFTs/ABGs, and assisting with ventilation management while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality care and timely discharge.

The ideal candidate holds NBRC credentials, an appropriate state license, and current BLS; ACLS/NALS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Professional competency in the science of Respiratory Care as NBRC-credentialed.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support/BLS.
• License by the State Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Administers physician-prescribed respiratory therapy, including oxygen, medications, PFTs, ABGs, and ventilation.
• Performs evaluation procedures, invasive and non-invasive, to determine needs and recommends treatment per protocols.
• Monitors patients on mechanical ventilation, conducts rounds, weaning, airway care, and diagnostics.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath samples to assess lung function.
• Communicates with care team to ensure continuity of care and optimized outcomes.
• Ensures smooth operation of PFT/ABG labs and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

NBRC credential

BLS

ACLS

NALS

Respiratory Care License

Education

Associate's degree

AMA approved School of Respiratory Care

State licensure

Job description

Jefferson Health in Stratford, NJ, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer and monitor respiratory therapies per physician orders. The role involves evaluating patients, performing PFTs/ABGs, and assisting with ventilation management while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality care and timely discharge.

The ideal candidate holds NBRC credentials, an appropriate state license, and current BLS; ACLS/NALS are preferred.