Respiratory Therapist - Variable - Per-Diem

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care to residents, including ventilator-dependent patients. You will administer therapies, monitor patients, and respond to emergencies while coordinating with physicians, nurses, and the care team.

The role requires an active Respiratory Therapy license (RRT/CRT) and BLS certification; ACLS is preferred. This on-site position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely documentation within regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapy license required.
• RRT or CRT credential preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage respiratory conditions in patients.
• Administer prescribed therapies (oxygen, bronchodilators, chest physiotherapy).
• Perform routine and emergency tracheostomy care.
• Monitor ventilator settings and participate in weaning protocols.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and perform CPR as needed.
• Educate patients and families, and collaborate with care teams.
• Document care and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain equipment and supplies; assist with inventory.

Skills

Ventilator patient care

CPR

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Respiratory Therapy license

RRT or CRT credential

Job description

• Base Pay $40.00 - $42.00 / Hour
• Job Category Ventilator Unit Services
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description

Position Summary

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care services to residents with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions, including those requiring mechanical ventilation.

This role includes administering treatments, managing ventilator-dependent patients, monitoring patient conditions, and responding to respiratory emergencies.

The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver safe, high-quality care in compliance with regulatory and facility standards.

Essential Job Functions

Clinical Respiratory Care:

• Evaluate and manage patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapies including oxygen therapy, bronchodilators, and chest physiotherapy
• Perform routine and emergency tracheostomy care
• Monitor and adjust ventilator settings
• Participate in ventilator weaning protocols
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and perform CPR as needed

Patient Care & Coordination:

• Educate patients and families on respiratory care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Documentation & Compliance:

• Document patient care and maintain compliance with regulations

Equipment & Inventory Management:

• Maintain respiratory equipment and monitor supplies
• Communicate with healthcare teams and leadership
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Licensure:

• Current Respiratory Therapy license
• RRT or CRT credential

Certifications:

• BLS required
• ACLS preferred

Experience & Skills:

• Experience with ventilator patients preferred
• Strong clinical and communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Work in clinical healthcare environments

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.