Respiratory Therapist, Registered, Respiratory Therapy, Full Time, Night

01 The Valley Hospital; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer all forms of respiratory therapy, participate in consults, maintain equipment, and enforce safety standards in a high‑reliability department.

Required NBRC registration, NJ licensure, ACLS and CPR certifications, plus 1–2 years of experience. Strong communication, detail‑oriented, and teamwork skills are essential for success in our fast‑paced setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree NBRC program and NBRC registry exam completed.
• NBRC registration and NJ licensure required.
• ACLS and CPR certifications mandatory; strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy.
• Maintain therapy equipment and supplies.
• Enforce safety standards and infection control practices.
• Keep accurate departmental records and documentation.

Skills

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

ACLS Certification

CPR Certification

NJ Licensure

Oral & Written Communication

Listening Skills

Attention to Detail

Stress Management

Team Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Education

Associate Degree NBRC Program

NBRC Entrance Registry Examination

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

To administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy, as well as becoming involved with consultations involving types of therapy administered, maintaining equipment, enforcing safety standards, and keeping departmental records.

EDUCATION

Associates Degree from an approved NBRC Program and successful completion of the NBRC entrance registry examination.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one to two years experience in all forms of Respiratory Therapy preferred

SPECIAL SKILLS

Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner and current CPR Certification. ACLS Certification required. Licensed in the State of New Jersey. Effective group process skills. Effective oral and written communication skills to express ideas clearly. Effective listening skills. Ability to pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and the changing work environment related to changing patient needs. Ability to work cooperatively with patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Rehab, DI, Lab, etc.). Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations. Ability to use effective analytical and critical thinking skills to problem-solve.

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus Shift Night (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees) Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees) Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (varies)
• Wellness Time Off
• Extended Illness Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Pay Range: $41.30 - $51.62 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.

Valley Health System is proud of our commitment to improving the lives of our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. When you join Valley, you’re joining a team of people who believe in delivering quality care in a supportive environment where top performance is both nurtured and recognized. Our culture is built on going the extra mile, doing what’s right, and always striving to be better together.