Respiratory Therapist – Critical Care & Ventilator Support

Hackensack Meridian Health; Morrell Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Morrell Corners, New Jersey seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide and supervise respiratory care under supervision of the Respiratory Services leadership. You will manage ventilation, airway care, and related therapies while ensuring patient safety and compliance with department policies.

The role requires NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License, NJ Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate, and BLS/ACLS as applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care program.
• Associate degree and state licenses.
• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical respiratory care.

Responsibilities

• Assists in diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary disorders.
• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluation, monitoring, and patient education.
• Administers and monitors respiratory care procedures and equipment.
• Operates and maintains respiratory equipment and ventilators.
• Records procedures and patient responses in EPIC EMR.
• Participates in life support management and emergency response.

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Care program

Associate degree

NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License

NJ Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate

AHA Basic Health Care Life Support Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR system

Blood gas analyzers

Ventilators

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in Morrell Corners, New Jersey seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide and supervise respiratory care under supervision of the Respiratory Services leadership. You will manage ventilation, airway care, and related therapies while ensuring patient safety and compliance with department policies.

The role requires NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License, NJ Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate, and BLS/ACLS as applicable.