Respiratory Therapist I - per diem

Albany Medical Center; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist I to join its Cardio-Respiratory Services team. This role involves performing essential respiratory therapy procedures, conducting patient assessments, and supervising therapy technicians. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both pediatric and adult critical care, with a commitment to providing high-quality patient care. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes. If you are passionate about respiratory care and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Active NYS License to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support and ACLS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures and diagnostics under physician direction.
• Supervise respiratory therapy technicians and maintain patient records.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Procedures

Critical Care Skills

Emergency Department Procedures

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Respiratory Therapy Equipment

Job description

Department/Unit: Cardio-Respiratory Services

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Salary Range: $55,895.80 - $83,843.71. Salary Range for per diem positions is $35-$40/hr

The Registered Respiratory Therapist I (RT-I) is an individual that is licensed by the NYS Department of Education to perform respiratory therapy procedures, cardio-respiratory diagnostics, and patient assessment under the direction of a licensed physician. RT-I’s are capable to assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily as outlined in the annual competency assessment as well as possess an active NYS License to practice Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. An active Basic Life Support certificate is required; active ACLS certification is preferred.

Education:

• Graduate of an AMA-approved program of Respiratory Care (Minimum – Associate Degree).

Licensure, Certification & Registration:

• Possess active NYS Respiratory Therapist License that contains an up-to-date CE profile and is free of any disciplinary action.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience as an RRT in an academic medical center environment; Both Pediatric and adult critical care skills are highly desirable.
• New Graduate of a CoArc- approved Respiratory Care Program (experience based on clinical rotations).
• Experience with emergency department procedures is highly desirable.
• Exposure to the management of neonatal patients is desirable.
• Experience with patient transport (both inter- and intra-hospital).

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.