Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in respiratory care and possess the necessary credentials to deliver high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish patient ventilator settings utilizing metric measurements and advanced principles of volume, flow, pressure, and time relationships.
• Monitor and assess patients’ respiratory status and response to therapy.
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapy procedures, medications, and treatments.
• Document patient care activities in the electronic medical record system, Meditech.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory therapies and home care practices.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-accredited school for Respiratory Care.
• Current New York State respiratory therapy license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials from the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred.
• Strong knowledge of acid/base and electrolyte relationships, with the ability to recognize life-threatening situations.

Work Environment

This position involves a day shift schedule from 7 AM to 7 PM over an 8-week assignment. Flexibility and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment are essential.