Respiratory Therapist - Variable - Per-diem

New Jersey Respiratory; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory is seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists to join our healthcare team in New Jersey. Responsibilities include assessing and treating patients with respiratory/cardiopulmonary disorders, administering medications and oxygen therapy, and educating patients and families on disease management and breathing techniques.

Ideal candidates will hold an active state license as a Respiratory Therapist, possess BLS certification, and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer medications and oxygen therapy as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on managing conditions and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans.
• Monitor and record patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life support per scope of practice.

Skills

Communication

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Education

State Respiratory Therapist license

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Summary: We are seeking multiple Respiratory Therapists to join our team of healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and providing education to patients and their families on how to manage their conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and pneumonia.
• Administer medication and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians.
• Educate patients and their families on how to manage their conditions, including medication use and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and nurses, to develop patient treatment plans.
• Monitor and record patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Respond to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, and provide life support measures as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice for a Respiratory Therapist.

Requirements

• Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency situations.