Respiratory Therapist Cert

Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Req #: 0000263338 | Part-Time | Day Shift

About the Role

A typical day for a Part-Time Respiratory Therapist may include:

• Performing basic and advanced respiratory therapy procedures within the scope of respiratory patient care services.
• Assessing patients and providing respiratory treatments based on physician orders and established clinical protocols.
• Transcribing and implementing physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Administering oxygen therapy and monitoring patient response.
• Utilizing advanced assessment skills to identify changes in patient condition and adjust care as appropriate.
• Managing and monitoring patients requiring ventilator support.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Documenting patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Ensuring compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

This role might be for you if you:

• Are passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered respiratory care.
• Thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment and enjoy working with a diverse patient population.
• Are confident in managing acute respiratory conditions and ventilator support.
• Possess strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Work well independently while also collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Are flexible and enjoy the variety that comes with a part-time schedule.

Requirements

• Graduate of an NBRC-approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current New Jersey State Respiratory Care License.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain per organizational requirements).
• Successful completion of all required orientation and onboarding programs.

Pay

The anticipated hourly wage range for this position is $43.61 - $53.49 per hour. The compensation offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.