Respiratory Therapist Resident

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI offers a Respiratory Therapist Resident position to assist licensed therapists in delivering respiratory care under supervision, supporting treatment for cardiopulmonary conditions and developing hands-on clinical skills.

The residency emphasizes equipment knowledge, patient safety, and collaboration with care teams, preparing you to advance as a healthcare professional in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Expected to graduate within 8 months from the program.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist the respiratory therapist under direct supervision, following physician orders for respiratory therapy.
• Set up and administer oxygen using various devices.
• Pre-service testing and setup of respiratory equipment such as ventilators.
• Deliver respiratory therapy equipment to therapists as needed.
• Stock respiratory therapy supplies on nursing units and specialty areas.
• Participate in quality improvement programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient advocacy

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Graduation within 8 months

Tools

Biomedical Equipment/Electronics

Infection Control

Medical Terminology

Quality Improvement

Job description

Job Summary

In this training position, the Respiratory Therapist Resident assists the respiratory therapists in providing respiratory care and, while under supervision, assists with treatment for a range of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders.

In this training position, the Respiratory Therapist Resident assists the respiratory therapists in providing respiratory care and, while under supervision, assists with treatment for a range of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the respiratory therapist, under direct supervision, in providing respiratory therapy according to physician orders, including aerosol medication delivery, lung expansion and airway clearance modalities.
• Assist the respiratory therapist with the setup and administration of oxygen using a variety of devices.
• Clean, set up and perform pre-service testing of respiratory equipment such as ventilators and non-invasive ventilators.
• Deliver respiratory therapy equipment to therapists as needed.
• Stock respiratory therapy supplies on nursing units and specialty areas.
• Deliver oxygen tanks to nursing units and specialty areas.
• Participate actively in quality improvement programs.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Respiratory Therapy Resident is expected to graduate within 8 months from a Respiratory Therapy program.
• Specialized knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment, devices and related practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Biomedical Equipment/Electronics, Infection Control, Medical Terminology, and Quality Improvement.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks within required timeframes, adjusting to patient condition changes.
• Capable of evaluating processes and recommending improvements to methods, services, or technology.
• Competence in providing safe, age-appropriate patient care in compliance with hospital policies and care plans.
• Strong communication skills to explain procedures, share patient progress, and collaborate with staff.
• Commitment to patient advocacy, safeguarding patient rights and confidentiality, and monitoring to prevent complications.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills to exchange information clearly and accurately with managers, supervisors, physicians, and staff across departments.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.