Respiratory Therapist: Impactful Care, Excellent Benefits

St. Joseph's Health; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, Rx and vision plans

403b retirement plan options with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite Day care Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Wayne, New Jersey is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide essential respiratory care to patients. This role includes administering medical gases and monitoring patient conditions while working closely with medical staff.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an A.M.A. approved program with necessary certifications and licenses. St. Joseph's Health offers competitive salaries and robust benefits, including health plans and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to explain clinical, technical and diagnostic procedures to patients and their families.
• Experience providing direct patient care to all age groups from neonate to geriatric.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to stabilize and remedy patient respiratory problems.
• Administer prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs.
• Regularly check equipment for proper functioning and record data.
• Participate in adult ventilator weaning protocol.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Direct patient care

Education

Graduate of an approved A.M.A. school for Respiratory Therapy

Current NBRC credential (Certified or Registered)

Current license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care

Tools

Medical gas equipment

Job description

St. Joseph's Health in Wayne, New Jersey is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide essential respiratory care to patients. This role includes administering medical gases and monitoring patient conditions while working closely with medical staff.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an A.M.A. approved program with necessary certifications and licenses. St. Joseph's Health offers competitive salaries and robust benefits, including health plans and tuition reimbursement.