Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem (NIGHTS)

massgeneralbrigham; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is hiring a Respiratory Therapist for per diem night shifts at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH. The role offers compensation based on experience plus shift differentials, with a broad scope of responsibilities in critical care settings.

The position requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy, with a bachelor’s degree preferred. Licensure, BLS, and NBRC credentials are emphasized, and experience in neonatal/advanced respiratory care is valued.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor's preferred.
• BLS certification and NBRC RRT credential preferred.
• Experience in critical care settings and patient assessment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Massachusetts license or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to critically ill patients as ordered.
• Initiate, modify, and discontinue therapies with clinical status.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams; participate in rounds.
• Educate students and staff; supervise RT students as needed.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and transport ventilated patients.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Tools

BLS Certification

RRT – NBRC

NRP Certification

Massachusetts Licensure

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist- Per Diem NIGHTS

Pay Range: $38.01 - $63.03 (Pay based on experience PLUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS)

Summary

The Respiratory Therapist provides clinical assessment and respiratory care to critically ill patients. Initiates, modifies, and discontinues therapeutic respiratory care procedures based on patient needs and clinical status.

Analyzes and evaluates clinical patient data to determine appropriate therapies and interventions and makes recommendations to the medical staff regarding patient care plans. Provides direct patient care while collaborating with physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

Essential Functions

• Initiates and/or assists with appropriate respiratory tests and procedures, as ordered, to provide safe and effective care to patients.
• Responds to respiratory emergencies and safely transports mechanically ventilated patients when they are moved between units for diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Develops appropriate respiratory care plans and makes specific recommendations to physicians regarding indicated therapies. Schedules patient treatments as needed and provides consultation as an active member of the patient care team.
• Manages and administers all aspects of respiratory therapy in accordance with established respiratory care policies and procedures.
• Conducts regular bedside rounds and administers appropriate respiratory care modalities to assigned patients. Modifies treatment plans based on the patient's clinical status and response to therapy.
• Participates in the education of students, physicians, staff, patients, and families. Provides clinical supervision to respiratory therapy students in patient care areas.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy required and Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Registered Respiratory Therapist [RRT] - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred Neonatal Resuscitation Certification [NRP] - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care preferred Respiratory Care Practitioner [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience

Respiratory Care 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to be a subject matter expert in the area of Respiratory Therapy and be able to communicate effective with patients, team members, and other healthcare disciplines.
• Ability to assess quickly and offer professional judgment to prepare appropriate care plan, and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy.
• Strong communication Skills.
• Ability to walk distances and push medical equipment weighing less than 100 pounds.
• May also be required to stand immobile for long periods of time.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionaly (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionaly (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionaly (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionaly (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionaly (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$38.01 - $45.91/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements co