Respiratory Therapist — Pulmonary Program Lead

Sweetwater Care; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi seeks a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist for a Massachusetts facility launching a pulmonary program focused on preventing rehospitalizations and improving ADLs. The RT will deliver treatments and collaborate with nursing, infection prevention, and physicians to promote health and wellbeing.

The role requires current licensure, CRT/RRT credentials, and ACLS/BLS; the incumbent may participate in education, program development, and multidisciplinary care planning.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Possesses and maintains an active CRT and RRT credential.
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care services per physician orders, department policies and state/federal guidelines.
• Administers pulmonary therapy treatments and monitors for effects and adverse reactions.
• Assesses patient pain and coordinates interventions to optimize rehabilitation participation.
• Maintains infection control and department sterilization procedures.
• Documents all pertinent data in the patient’s medical record after each pulmonary therapy session.
• Operates, inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment for safe, effective use.
• Forms and evaluates care plans based on learning needs, including family education.
• Demonstrates ability to manage shifts, assign duties, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with Nurses and Nursing leadership.

Education

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

CRT and RRT credential

State Respiratory Therapist Licensure

ACLS and BLS Certification

Job description

Apploi seeks a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist for a Massachusetts facility launching a pulmonary program focused on preventing rehospitalizations and improving ADLs. The RT will deliver treatments and collaborate with nursing, infection prevention, and physicians to promote health and wellbeing.

The role requires current licensure, CRT/RRT credentials, and ACLS/BLS; the incumbent may participate in education, program development, and multidisciplinary care planning.