Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 54,539 - 81,044; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Milton, Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This per diem position involves initiating, monitoring, and discontinuing both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support, collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team to provide optimal patient care.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with current Massachusetts licensure. Essential skills include BLS certification and excellent communication abilities. The pay ranges from $39.59 to $58.83 per hour, based on various factors including experience and job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Registered or registry eligible, certified or certification eligible preferred.
• Ability to perform under distractions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessment and diagnostic testing of respiratory therapy patients.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and maintain department records.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team.

Skills

BLS Certification

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of respiratory care

Current Massachusetts licensure

Job description

Overview

When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. As part of the Respiratory Team here at BID Milton you will be required to work independently to initiate, monitor and discontinue both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support. You will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team to assess and provide optimum patient care. This position is per diem, with various hours and shifts available.

Job Description

Beth Israel Deaconess - Milton is committed to improving the health of our community by providing exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Beth Israel Deaconess – Milton is looking for a Respiratory Therapist. The Respiratory Therapist will be working under the direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Operations and the Clinical Manager of Respiratory Therapy, performs as assigned the duties and tasks of a Respiratory Therapist encompassed within the license granted by the State of Massachusetts. The Therapist is responsible for the respiratory care of all patient populations seeking medical assistance in the Acute and Outpatient Settings.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Performs assessment, diagnostic testing, prescribed treatment and care of the respiratory therapy patient. Evaluates effectiveness of treatment and maintains department records. Must be able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of respiratory care or qualified by experience and state licensure
• Registered, or registry eligible, certified or certification eligible preferred
• Current Massachusetts licensure
• BLS Certification required, ACLS certification preferred
• Computer literate/telephone/copy machine/fax
• Excellent verbal communication skills/customer service oriented/able to perform with distractions in a fast paced environment

It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.

Pay

$39.59 - $58.83

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. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled