Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth, Inc. seeks a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to provide assessment, diagnostic testing, prescribed treatment and patient care. Active MA Respiratory Therapist license is required; RRT preferred.

Must be able to draw arterial blood gases and work with EMR; per diem shifts vary with operational need. We offer a collaborative team environment and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current MA Respiratory Therapist license required; RRT strongly preferred.
• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Active AHA BLS certification required; NRP and ACLS preferred.
• Must be able to draw arterial blood gases.
• Experience working with EMR strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessment, diagnostic testing, prescribed treatment and care of the respiratory therapy patient.
• Evaluates effectiveness of treatment and maintains department records.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist license

RRT preferred

AHA BLS certification

NRP certification

ACLS preferred

Arterial blood gas draw

EMR experience

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Per Diem; varied hours/shifts according to operational needs

Job Description

Performs assessment, diagnostic testing, prescribed treatment and care of the respiratory therapy patient. Evaluates effectiveness of treatment and maintains department records.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills Required

• Current MA Respiratory Therapist License; RRT strongly preferred
• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Active AHA BLS Certification required; NRP Certification and AHA ACLS preferred
• Must be able to draw arterial blood gases
• Experience working with EMR strongly preferred

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.00 - $54.80

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Company Culture

At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.