Respiratory Therapist PRN

Frisbie Memorial Hospital; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) plan with match

Education support through tuition assistance

Job summary

Frisbie Memorial Hospital is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist in Rochester, NH. The candidate will be essential in guiding patients through routine care and critical moments, performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Join our collaborative team, benefit from advanced technology, and enjoy stable scheduling to provide high-quality patient care while enhancing your skills. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and education support.

Qualifications

• Must obtain ACLS within 60 days of employment start date.
• Must obtain BCLS within 60 days of employment start date.
• Must obtain PALS within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status and perform focused exams.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy for oxygen support and medications.
• Manage ventilation and assist with artificial airway placement.
• Educate patients and families as a clinical resource.
• Maintain respiratory equipment and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS)

State-approved Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or relevant field

Job description

Job Summary

As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play an essential role in guiding patients through both routine care and critical moments. You’ll perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing invasive and noninvasive ventilation across a variety of care settings. You’ll have access to advanced respiratory technology, mentorship from experienced RT leaders, and the support of a dependable, collaborative team that will set you up for success and ongoing professional growth. And with consistent, predictable scheduling, you’ll have the stability and resources to deliver your best care, continue building your expertise, and make a lasting impact on patient health every day.

Responsibilities

• Assessing respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining the need for respiratory interventions.
• Delivering evidence-based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings.
• Managing ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies.
• Supporting patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed.
• Maintaining equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; transporting ventilated patients safely; and following all infection-prevention standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• State‑approved (RRT/RCP) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification.
• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or relevant field.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certified by NBRC.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Location

Frisbie Memorial Hospital, located in Rochester, NH, serves the Greater Seacoast region and Southern Maine.

About the Employer

Frisbie Memorial Hospital is part of HCA Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services across New Hampshire. The hospital has 112 beds and serves a large patient population with high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Legal Discrimination Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.