Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Life Support

New Jersey Respiratory Associates; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory Associates is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our clinical team in New Jersey. The role involves assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, administering medications and oxygen therapy, and educating patients and families on disease management and breathing techniques.

You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and respond to emergencies with life-support

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer medications and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians.
• Educate patients and families on condition management and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life support per scope of practice.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Emergency response

Shift work

Job description

New Jersey Respiratory Associates is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our clinical team in New Jersey. The role involves assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, administering medications and oxygen therapy, and educating patients and families on disease management and breathing techniques.

You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and respond to emergencies with life-support