Respiratory Therapist- Respiratory- Full Time (night shift)

Elliot Health System; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

403(b) with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Earned Time

Pet Insurance

Legal Services

Vendor Discounts

Job summary

Elliot Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care across ages, from infant to geriatric. You will work independently as a licensed clinician, following physician orders and protocols in an acute care setting.

Qualifications include an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, CRT/RRT credentials, and BLS; ACLS/PALS within six months. Night shifts available with sign-on bonus eligibility for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• CRT or RRT exam passed is required at hire date.
• BLS certification within 90 days; ACLS and PALS within six months.

Responsibilities

• Manage aerosolized medications and airway clearance per orders.
• Administer oxygen and assess ventilation using lab results.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation.
• Participate in Trauma/Code 9 and Critical Care Transport Teams.
• Assist physician with bronchoscopy and invasive ventilation management.

Skills

CRT/RRT certification

Critical care

Trauma team

Ventilation management

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

Arterial blood gas analyzer

Job description

Sign-on bonus eligible for full-time positions

Loan repayment assistance!

Who We Are:

In our Respiratory Therapy department, we are committed to transforming lives through personalized care, cutting-edge techniques, and a patient-centered approach. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and resources to empower our technologists to provide the best care possible.

The Respiratory Therapy Unit consist of 29 employees that provide 24/7 coverage to a patient population that ranges from Adult, Pediatric, and Infant. The unit is home to a Level 3 Neonatal team. Shifts are generally 12 hours.

About the Job:

Provides a wide range of respiratory care services to patients, ranging from infants to geriatric age groups, as directed by physician’s orders in all settings but the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This individual works independently as a licensed clinician.

What You’ll Do:

• Manages aerosolized medication, chest physiotherapy, airway clearance techniques, and hyperinflation therapy upon physician orders/protocols.
• Administers oxygen and participates in patient care decisions regarding oxygen administration, utilizing respiratory assessment skills and lab results. Draws, analyzes, and interprets arterial blood gases.
• Contributes to patient education and evaluation. Assesses patient’s vital signs, breath sounds, patient history, etc.
• Participates as a member of the Trauma/Code 9, Critical Assessment and Critical Care Transport Teams.
• Performs CPR and airway management
• Assists physician with fiberoptic bronchoscopy.
• Initiates and changes invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation according to protocol in physician’s absence. Change’s ventilator setting according to protocol and/or physician order.
• Conducts apnea tests for determination of brain death.

Who You Are:

• Minimum of Associates Degree required and passed CRT or RRT exam.
• State of New Hampshire Respiratory Care practitioner license required at date of hire.
• BLS certification required within 90 days from date of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapy credential preferred. NBRC RRT-ACCS credential preferred.
• One-year clinical experience preferred. Trained and competent to perform all necessary procedures on a population of Newborn, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patients.

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following your start date.
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts

Work Schedule:

Night Shift 1815-0615