Respiratory Therapist (M/W) - SEIU - Night shift- 36 hours per week

Tufts Medicine; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Clinical mobility tracks

Free on-campus parking

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for its Melrose/Wakefield Hospital. The position involves administering prescribed doses of gases, various therapies, and providing care to patients. Candidates should have a CRT or RRT qualification and two years of experience. The job offers flexible night shifts and emphasizes community engagement. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and reducing health disparities in the local area.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Ability to administer therapies including gas therapy and CPR.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases.
• Administer various types of respiratory therapy.
• Rotate on day, evening, and night tours of duty.

Skills

Respiratory therapy techniques

Patient care

Tactful communication

Decision making

Education

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Medical equipment for respiratory therapy

Job description

**Respiratory Therapist (M/W) - SEIU****Tufts Medicine is Looking for Qualified Respiratory Therapists!****Melrose/Wakefield Hospital**, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, **Melrose/Wakefield Hospital** offers many opportunities to grow your career. If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team at **Melrose/Wakefield Hospital**.* Competitive salaries* Clinical mobility tracks* Free on-campus parking**Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 585 Lebanon Street - Melrose, MA****Hours: 36 hours/week - Night shift with differentials Shift times: 7p-7a & Every other Weekend shifts required (Saturday & Sunday)**Respiratory Therapist sets up various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs. Administers all types of therapy including gas therapy, aerosol therapy, ventilatory assistance, and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.3. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).4. Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.**Preferred Qualifications:****Duties and Responsibilities**The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.13. Uses good judgment when interfacing with other staff and is able to exercise tactful communication skills.14. Uses strong decision making skills based on clinical observations and protocol. Seeks appropriate advice when situation is unclear or in question.20. Rotates on day, evening and night tours of duty. **About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital**Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.