RT Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO plans

FREE prescription plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Group legal assistance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Bedford, MA is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include operating respiratory care equipment and ensuring efficient care. Candidates are required to have a degree in Respiratory Therapy, a valid state license, and current BLS certification. Preferred qualifications include one year of critical care experience. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Current, valid, and active license required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, quality-oriented patient care.
• Perform equipment maintenance and support activities.
• Operate respiratory care equipment.

Skills

Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist

Current BLS certification

ACLS certification

One year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience

Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements

Strong organizational skills

Ability to make independent decisions

Working knowledge of computer applications

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

Hospital Details

Vibra Hospital of southeastern Massachusetts, located in New Bedford, MA, is a 90‑bed critical‑care hospital providing acute‑care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Patients often require additional critical‑care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation, and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing efficient, quality‑oriented patient care within the scope of the department's policy/procedure manual. Performs support activities such as equipment maintenance, changes, inventory, and sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness.

Required Skills

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra‑approved vendor required.
• ACLS certification from a Vibra‑approved vendor required within six (6) months of hire.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• One (1) year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets.
• FREE prescription plans.
• Dental and Vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Disability benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching.
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans.
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc.
• Pet insurance.
• Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Work‑life balance.