Respiratory Therapist

About the role

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join our dedicated team. This role requires active participation in patient care, initiating and assisting with respiratory care procedures, responding to emergencies, and managing patient care plans.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and assists with respiratory tests and procedures as ordered
• Responds to respiratory emergencies and transports mechanically ventilated patients
• Prepares and recommends appropriate care plans to physicians
• Schedules treatments and consults with the patient care team
• Administers respiratory therapies according to policies and procedures
• Makes regular bedside rounds and modifies treatment plans based on clinical responses
• Supervises respiratory therapy students and educates patients, physicians, and staff

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Certification (NRP)
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license (Massachusetts)

Qualifications

• Experience in Respiratory Care (0-1 years preferred)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and stand for long periods

Skills

• Subject matter expertise in Respiratory Therapy
• Quick assessment and professional judgment
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we offer comprehensive benefits, including:

• Competitive base pay
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedules
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$41.81 - $47.85/hourly

Schedule

Rotating shifts

Additional Job Details

Standing frequently (34-66%), walking frequently (34-66%), sitting occasionally (3-33%), lifting frequently (34-66%) up to 35 pounds, carrying frequently (34-66%) up to 20 pounds, pushing occasionally (3-33%), pulling occasionally (3-33%), climbing rarely (less than 2%), balancing frequently (34-66%), stooping occasionally (3-33%), kneeling occasionally (3-33%), crouching occasionally (3-33%), crawling rarely (less than 2%), reaching frequently (34-66%), gross manipulation (handling) frequently (34-66%), fine manipulation (fingering) frequently (34-66%), feeling constantly (67-100%), foot use rarely (less than 2%), vision - far constantly (67-100%), vision - near constantly (67-100%), talking constantly (67-100%), hearing constantly (67-100%), remote typing, onsite work location 1575 Cambridge Street, scheduled weekly hours 24, employee type regular, work shift rotating (United States of America), pay grade 5.