Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

UMC - Abundant Life for Seniors; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Per diem

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to treat residents across independent living to skilled nursing. The role offers $35.00 per hour with flexible weekday and weekend shifts.

You will deliver therapies such as oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and airway support; respond to respiratory emergencies with CPR; educate residents and families on equipment; monitor status and document care; coordinate with physicians and nursing staff; and uphold New Jersey standards for

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Current RRT or CRT credential through NBRC.
• 2+ years of experience in long-term care or hospital settings.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory treatments (oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP, airway support).
• Respond to respiratory emergencies with CPR and life support measures.
• Teach residents, families, and team members how to manage respiratory equipment and conditions.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Treat residents across every level of care, from independent living to skilled nursing, as a per diem Respiratory Therapist at Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ. $35 an hour, with weekday and weekend shifts you pick based on your own availability.

What You'll Do

• Deliver respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP, and airway support, to residents across the community
• Respond to respiratory emergencies with CPR and appropriate life support measures
• Teach residents, families, and team members how to manage respiratory equipment and conditions
• Monitor resident status and document care accurately and on time
• Coordinate with physicians, nursing staff, and families on individualized care plans
• Follow New Jersey's professional, ethical, and legal standards for respiratory care

What You'll Need

Required:

• Active New Jersey Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
• Current RRT or CRT credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program
• 2+ years of experience in long-term care or a hospital setting
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Pay and Benefits

• $35.00 per hour, per diem
• Flexible scheduling: pick up weekday and weekend shifts based on your own availability, with no minimum hour commitment
• Streamlined orientation and supportive team environment

Schedule

Per diem. Shifts are weekdays and weekends, based on availability and resident care needs.

About Bristol Glen

Bristol Glen is a continuing care retirement community in Newton, NJ, spanning independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing and rehab. As a respiratory therapist here, you'll see a wider range of patient needs than a single-setting facility offers. United Methodist Communities has been Certified as a Great Place to Work for nine years in a row, and 87% of team members say they feel they make a difference in their work.