Respiratory Therapist Reg

Clara Maass Medical Center; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts

Job summary

Clara Maass Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Reg for the night shift. The role, based in the Respiratory Care department, involves delivering comprehensive respiratory care to adult patients, including therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and ventilator management.

Requirements include NJ licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, BLS certification, and RRT/CRT credentials. This hourly position offers a competitive NJ market wage and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with NJ license.
• CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to inpatients and outpatients.
• Perform therapeutic, diagnostic, educational and invasive procedures for adults.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and adjust treatments as needed.

Skills

BLS Certification

CRT

RRT/CRT

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $46.99 - $57.36 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The primary function of a Respiratory Therapist is to provide respiratory care to a variety of inpatients and outpatients. The scope of duty includes therapeutic, diagnostic, educational and invasive procedures for adults.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Current NJ Respiratory license
• RRT/CRT (Required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• CRT

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Full-Time
• Night

Essential Functions:

• Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and, supports life by administering inhalants, and operating mechanical ventilators.
• Therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage.
• Assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes; and directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer