Respiratory Therapist Technician - Rehab

101 Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic; United States; Sur place; USD 33 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rochester Regional Health's Clifton Springs Nursing Home is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Technician to provide defined respiratory care under the direction of therapists and physicians.

The role includes operating ventilators and oxygen devices, evaluating orders, adjusting treatments, and preparing equipment. It requires an AS in Respiratory Therapy and NYS licensure, with six months of clinical experience. Day shifts, 12‑hour shifts, weekends as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or an equivalent certificate.
• Six months of clinical experience, including rotations.
• New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician license required.

Responsabilités

• Operate ventilators and oxygen devices as prescribed.
• Read physicians’ orders and assess patient charts for plans.
• Provide respiratory care and adjust therapy per protocol.
• Prepare and test respiratory equipment and monitoring devices.
• Collaborate with therapists and physicians to ensure care.

Connaissances

Six months experience

Clinical rotations

Patient care skills

Formation

AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

Description du poste

SUMMARY

Provide specific, well-defined respiratory care procedures under the direction of respiratory therapists and physicians.

STATUS

Full-Time

LOCATION

Clifton Springs Nursing Home

DEPARTMENT

Respiratory Therapy

SCHEDULE

Day shift, 12-hr. shifts, 6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Weekend requirement is either every other weekend or every third weekend

RESPONSIBILITIES

Use ventilators and various oxygen devices and aerosol and breathing treatments in the provision of respiratory therapy. Work with patients in areas such as the emergency room, neonatal/pediatric intensive care, and surgical intensive care, treating conditions including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, cystic fibrosis, and pneumonia. Read and evaluate physicians’ orders and patients' chart information to determine patients' condition and treatment protocols. Set equipment controls to regulate the flow of oxygen, gases, mists, or aerosols. Provide respiratory care involving the application of well-defined therapeutic techniques under the supervision of a respiratory therapist and a physician. Assess patients' response to treatments and modify treatments according to protocol if necessary. Prepare and test devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, aerosol generators, and EKG machines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

An associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or an equivalent certificate is required. Six months of experience, including clinical rotations completed as part of the educational process Required Licensure/Certification Skills: New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician license required

EDUCATION

AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

RTT - Respiratory Therapy Technician - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$23.64 - $31.52

CITY

Clifton Springs

POSTAL CODE

14432

EEO

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.