Respiratory Therapist-PD - Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital

Whittier Health Network; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Rates

Generous Shift Differentials

Per Diem shifts available

Job summary

Whittier Health Network in Westborough is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic team. This role involves providing essential respiratory care under physician direction, focusing on weaning from ventilation and tracheostomy care.

The ideal candidate has a B.S. or A.S. in Respiratory Therapy, current Massachusetts licensure, and BLS certification. If you are passionate about enhancing patient rehabilitation, we welcome your application!

Qualifications

• Certification in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current licensure in Massachusetts.
• Certification in BLS for adults, children, and infants.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document modalities for respiratory care.
• Wean patients from mechanical ventilation.
• Educate patients and manage tracheostomy care.

Skills

Knowledge of adult rehabilitation

Patient care

Ventilation weaning

Tracheostomy care

BLS certification

Education

B.S. or A.S. or Certificate in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital - Westborough

Respiratory Therapist

Competitive Pay Rates ~ Generous Shift Diffs

Per Diem shifts available.

PD Shifts

Come join a dynamic team of Respiratory Therapists who are passionate about providing LTAC to our medically complex patients. The Respiratory Therapists here at Whittier are an integral part of the team, working closely with physicians and all other disciplines within the team. The team strives to enhance the patients stay to allow the patient to reach their full rehabilitation potential.

Come be part of our team and enjoy the satisfaction that being a Respiratory Therapist brings.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the physician, the RT provides and documents modalities which include but are not limited to: Weaning from mechanical ventilation, Care and weaning of the tracheostomy, Heated high flow therapy, Respiratory Education, ABG's and VBG's and much more.

Prerequisites

• B.S., or A.S. or Certificate in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program. CRTT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current licensure by the Division of Registration, Board of Respiratory Care, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or application for the same.
• Current Certification in BLS of Adult, Child and Infant.
• Knowledge, experience and competency in dealing with adult rehabilitation and geriatric age group.

Walk-ins are welcome!