Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT – Per Diem, Varied Shifts

Prime Healthcare

Passaic (NJ)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 58,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

St. Mary's General Hospital in Passaic, NJ is a community-based tertiary medical center delivering cardiovascular and cancer care, with a strong maternal-child health program and behavioral health services.

The RCP I performs respiratory therapies and pulmonary diagnostics under medical direction; as needed, may serve as Lead RCP on shift. Per diem status; shifts are variable. The position requires licensure and professional certifications and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

Current State RCP license required.
NBRC CRT certification required. Hired before March 2026, are exempt.
BLS certification from AHA or ARC upon hire and maintain current.
ACLS from AHA or ARC within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
PALS from AHA within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.
In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP with responsibility for the section or department during their shift.