Respiratory Therapist – Flexible Schedule, Critical Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Buffalo, NY seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our medical team, providing bedside care under medical direction for cardio/pulmonary conditions.

The role involves data review, plan formulation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to optimize patient outcomes. The position requires NBRC registry eligibility, CoARC-accredited education, and flexible work hours including potential night shifts.

Qualifications

• Education: respiratory care program accredited by the CoARC or its successor.
• NBRC registry exam completed and licensed to practice.
• Must be able to work as part of a medical team in acute and critical care settings.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, collects and evaluates relevant clinical data.
• Formulates a respiratory therapy plan based on patient assessment.
• Communicates changes and recommendations with the healthcare team.
• Provides education and training to patients, students and coworkers.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adults and geriatrics.
• Performs emergency respiratory procedures per guidelines.
• Participates in quality assurance and hospital performance improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical data review

Care plan formulation

Interdisciplinary communication

Education and training

Education

Accredited respiratory care program (CoARC) or successor

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Buffalo, NY seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our medical team, providing bedside care under medical direction for cardio/pulmonary conditions.

The role involves data review, plan formulation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to optimize patient outcomes. The position requires NBRC registry eligibility, CoARC-accredited education, and flexible work hours including potential night shifts.