Respiratory Therapist (NICU)- Respiratory - Full Time (night shift)

Elliot Health System; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Earned time off

403(b) with match

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000/yr

Sign-on bonus

Pet insurance, Legal services, Vendor

Job summary

Elliot Health System in Manchester, NH is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care from infants to geriatric patients. You will work as part of a patient-centered team, following physician orders and protocols to support ventilation and oxygen therapy.

Responsibilities include arterial blood gas analysis, bronchoscopy support, CPR, and participation in Trauma/Code teams. Night shifts are standard, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associates Degree required and passed CRT or RRT exam.
• State NH Respiratory Care practitioner license required at date of hire.
• BLS certification required within 90 days from date of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapy credential preferred. NBRC RRT-ACCS credential preferred.
• One-year clinical experience preferred. Training for newborn and pediatric procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care services to patients from infant to geriatric per physician orders/protocols.
• Administers oxygen and manages airway clearance, chest physiotherapy, and aerosol therapies.
• Performs arterial blood gas collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Participates in Trauma/Code 9, Critical Assessment, and Critical Care Transport Teams.
• Performs CPR and airway management; assists with bronchoscopy.
• Initiates and adjusts invasive/noninvasive ventilation per protocol or physician order.
• Conducts apnea tests for brain death determination.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Ventilator management

Team collaboration

Inpatient care

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Ventilators

Aerosol therapy equipment

ABG interpretation tools

Job description

Who We Are:

In our Respiratory Therapy department, we are committed to transforming lives through personalized care, cutting-edge techniques, and a patient-centered approach. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and resources to empower our technologists to provide the best care possible.

The Respiratory Therapy Unit consist of 29 employees that provide 24/7 coverage to a patient population that ranges from Adult, Pediatric, and Infant. The unit is home to a Level 3 Neonatal team. Shifts are generally 12 hours.

About the Job:

Provides a wide range of respiratory care services to patients, ranging from infants to geriatric age groups, as directed by physician's orders in all settings. This individual works independently as a licensed clinician.

What You'll Do:

• Manages aerosolized medication, chest physiotherapy, airway clearance techniques, and hyperinflation therapy upon physician orders/protocols.
• Administers oxygen and participates in patient care decisions regarding oxygen administration, utilizing respiratory assessment skills and lab results. Draws, analyzes, and interprets arterial blood gases.
• Contributes to patient education and evaluation. Assesses patient's vital signs, breath sounds, patient history, etc.
• Participates as a member of the Trauma/Code 9, Critical Assessment and Critical Care Transport Teams.
• Performs CPR and airway management
• Assists physician with fiberoptic bronchoscopy.
• Initiates and changes invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation according to protocol in physician's absence. Change's ventilator setting according to protocol and/or physician order.
• Conducts apnea tests for determination of brain death.

Who You Are:

• Minimum of Associates Degree required and passed CRT or RRT exam.
• State of New Hampshire Respiratory Care practitioner license required at date of hire.
• BLS certification required within 90 days from date of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapy credential preferred. NBRC RRT-ACCS credential preferred.
• One-year clinical experience preferred. Trained and competent to perform all necessary procedures on a population of Newborn and Pediatric patients

Why You'll Love Us:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting on the 1st of the month following the start date
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full-time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Sign-on Bonus Eligible
• Miscellaneous Benefits - Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts

Work Schedule:

Night Shift 1815-0645