Reg Respiratory Therapist

About the role

CentraState Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its team. Working under medical supervision, the therapist will evaluate, treat, and manage acutely ill patients of all ages who present with abnormalities, deficiencies, or failure of the cardio‑pulmonary system. The role begins with a comprehensive departmental orientation during which the practitioner must demonstrate proficiency across all areas of respiratory care before practicing independently. Continued professional development is supported through annual Skills Day evaluations and performance reviews with a supervisor. Specialized procedures such as arterial blood gas collection and intubation require focused orientation and annual supervised review to ensure ongoing competency.

Responsibilities

• Performs and evaluates arterial puncture and analysis.
• Performs patient assessment and recommends appropriate interventions.
• Performs proper documentation to include, but not limited to, acuity, charges, productivity, patient education, etc.
• Performs appropriate routine oxygen and therapeutic and diagnostic interventions.
• Performs appropriate invasive and non‑invasive ventilation interventions.
• Performs appropriately in all code and patient crisis interventions.
• Performs appropriately in all pediatric and neonatal interventions.
• Maintains conservative use of all organizational resources.
• Performs intubation if certified to do so.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved training program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• NJ State License required.
• Registration by the NBRC required.
• CPR Certification required.
• ACLS and PALS Certifications preferred.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.
• Strong customer service skills.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider and the third‑largest employer in Monmouth County. In partnership with Atlantic Health System, it is a fully accredited, not‑for‑profit, community‑based health system that includes CentraState Medical Center (a 284‑bed acute‑care hospital), an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free‑standing community health pavilions, a charitable foundation, and satellite health pavilions offering primary care, specialty physician practices, lab work, and physical therapy. The organization has earned Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work‑Certified™ company for four consecutive years. CentraState is committed to disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well, while supporting employees with work/life balance initiatives,