Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Days

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000

About the role

Come join a dynamic, fun, and highly skilled Respiratory Therapy Team at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham. We offer no call requirements, higher compensation rates, a great team culture, and autonomy in practice through advanced respiratory care and treatment protocols.

Responsibilities

• Function as a clinical consultant, delivering extensive respiratory care practices throughout the hospital.
• Provide all aspects of invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor and manage patients with artificial airways.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in Critical Care, Women & Children’s & NICU Unit, Emergency/Trauma, and general care areas.

Requirements

• A blend of technical expertise, interpersonal skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills and independent work habits.
• Graduation from a CoARC approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
• CRT credential with requirement to acquire RRT credential within 6 months.
• NH RCP License.
• AHA BLS certification.
• NRP certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum Required: Graduate of CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy Program with clinical rotations covering all age groups and aspects of respiratory care.
• Preferred/Desired: 1 year of acute care hospital clinical and diagnostic experience.

Education

• Minimum Required: Graduate of a CoARC Respiratory Education Program.
• Preferred/Desired: Bachelor's degree from an advanced level education program.

Training

• Minimum Required: Age-specific criteria and training in at least two age populations.
• Preferred/Desired: Training experience in multiple age populations.

Special Skills

• Minimum Required: Basic computer skills, assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills, arterial puncture, mechanical ventilation, critical thinking skills, and good communication skills.
• Preferred/Desired: Advanced assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills, ventilator management skills with all age populations, intubation skills.

Licensure and/or Certifications

• Required: NH RCP License, RRT credential or CRT credential with credentialing to RRT within 6 months, AHA BLS, NRP within 90 days.
• Preferred/Desired: ACLS, PALS.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and increased compensation rates.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

$38.01 - $43.12/hour (based on experience).

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
• Work Shift: Day
• Employee Type: Regular

Work Location

789 Central Avenue (Onsite)