Respiratory Therapist – Day Shift, Sign-On Bonus

UMass Memorial Health; Clinton (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join the team in Clinton, MA. The role involves administering therapies, reviewing patient records, and providing guidance to staff and students under supervision.

Must hold an AS in Respiratory Care with RRT NBRC credential and MA license; BLS/ACLS/NRP/PALS within 3 months; valid driver's license and 2+ years acute care experience preferred. Signing bonus may apply.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care (required).
• Current RRT credential NBRC (required).
• Massachusetts state Respiratory Care License (required).
• Basic Life Support (required).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (required within 3 months).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (required within 3 months).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (required within 3 months).
• Valid driver's license with access to reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Review electronic medical records for admission reasons and data.
• Administer aerosolized medications as prescribed.
• Draw and interpret arterial blood gases and report critical values.
• Consult physicians on therapy effectiveness and recommendations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

AS in Respiratory Care

RRT NBRC credential

MA Respiratory Care License

Job description

UMass Memorial Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join the team in Clinton, MA. The role involves administering therapies, reviewing patient records, and providing guidance to staff and students under supervision.

Must hold an AS in Respiratory Care with RRT NBRC credential and MA license; BLS/ACLS/NRP/PALS within 3 months; valid driver's license and 2+ years acute care experience preferred. Signing bonus may apply.