Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift, Sign-On Bonus Eligible

UMass Memorial Health; Milford (MA); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 74.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UMass Memorial Health in Milford, MA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across all patient populations. The role emphasizes independent practice within the Respiratory Care Department, adhering to hospital policies and evidence-based protocols.

You will work on a day shift, participate in a team-based approach, and contribute to patient-focused care from admission through discharge, including arterial blood gas interpretation and medication

Formación

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care required.
• Current RRT credential and Massachusetts state license.
• BLS within 30 days; ACLS, NRP, and PALS within 3 months.
• Preferred: BS degree and NBRC specialty credentials.
• Minimum two years of acute care experience (preferred).

Responsabilidades

• Works as part of a team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Reviews patient records for history and current orders.
• Administers aerosolized medications.
• Draws and analyzes ABG; reports critical values.
• Consults with physicians to tailor therapy per orders.

Conocimientos

Ability to assess patients

English proficiency

Educación

AS in Respiratory Care

RRT NBRC

MA Respiratory Care License

BLS within 30 days

ACLS within 3 months

NRP within 3 months

PALS within 3 months

BS degree (preferred)

NBRC specialty credentials (ACCS/SDS/NPS/RPFT)

AE-C Certification (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

UMass Memorial Health in Milford, MA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across all patient populations. The role emphasizes independent practice within the Respiratory Care Department, adhering to hospital policies and evidence-based protocols.

You will work on a day shift, participate in a team-based approach, and contribute to patient-focused care from admission through discharge, including arterial blood gas interpretation and medication