Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Days, 36 Hours

Hahhh; Webster (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This full-time position involves providing exceptional respiratory care to patients of all ages, ensuring adherence to hospital standards and policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in respiratory therapy, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. With a generous sign-on bonus and a commitment to employee development, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and contribute to a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Licensed in Massachusetts in respiratory care.
• Current BLSHP certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Document all care activities in the hospital EMR system.
• Maintain competency in arterial blood gas machines and mechanical ventilators.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Documentation in EMR

Mechanical Ventilation

Arterial Blood Gas Management

High Flow Oxygen Therapy

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care

Licensed in Massachusetts in respiratory care

Current BLSHP certification

Tools

Arterial Blood Gas Machines

Mechanical Ventilators

V60 NIPPV

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Days, 36 Hours

Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Days, 36 Hours

Apply remote type: On-site (100% Onsite) | Locations: Southbridge, MA; Webster, MA | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago | Job requisition id: R24104535

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend

Scheduled Hours: 7a to 7p

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 36

Cost Center: 25080 - 1710 Respiratory Therapy

This position may have a signing bonus available. A member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. We provide exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. Our team of over 20,000 employees works together in pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. Everyone plays an important part, every day.

The therapist is expected to perform all modes of Respiratory care as defined in the department policy and procedure manual, including delivery of small volume nebulizers, arterial blood gases, artificial airways, and mechanical ventilation. Therapies should be delivered to all age groups from perinatal to geriatric.

$10,000 Sign on Bonus!! A Talent Acquisition Consultant will discuss details and eligibility during the recruitment process.

Major Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Document all care activities and charges in the hospital EMR system.
• Participate in hospital and departmental performance improvement activities.
• Maintain competency in arterial blood gas machines, mechanical ventilators, V60 NIPPV, and High Flow Oxygen Therapy systems.
• Disinfect, transport, and set up all non-disposable equipment.
• Adhere to the Hospitals’ Standards of Behavior.
• Complete all hospital and department annual competencies.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:

• Follow departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Attend meetings, conferences, seminars as required.
• Use Quality Improvement in daily operations.
• Follow health and safety regulations.
• Respect diverse views, demonstrate professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance.
• Maintain reliable and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as required or directed.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Licensed in Massachusetts in respiratory care (full or limited capacity).
• Current BLSHP certification from the American Heart Association.
• Maintain CEUs as per Massachusetts licensure regulations.

Equivalent education and experience may be considered if they provide proficiency in the responsibilities listed.

Department-specific competencies will be developed and maintained in individual departments, reviewed regularly.

Physical and environmental requirements include lifting weights up to 100 pounds, stooping, reaching, and exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals.

UMass Memorial Health is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of varied backgrounds.

If you require disability assistance, contact us at [e-mail].