Respiratory Therapy Resident (Full-Time)

About the Role

The Respiratory Therapy Resident is an adjunct to the respiratory therapy staff, orienting to Hackensack Meridian Health policies and practices while cultivating skills and knowledge to pass certification exams required for RT licensure. This position is temporary and introductory, designed to help team members complete requirements to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Team members must achieve a Registered Respiratory Therapist credential and valid New Jersey Respiratory Care license within 6 months of hire or face termination, though they may be eligible for rehire into other qualified positions. Note: This role does not involve direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot various respiratory therapy equipment.
• Observe and participate in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Attend didactic learning seminars to enhance knowledge and patient care.
• Learn and demonstrate proficiency through practice-driven competencies.
• Maintain infection control standards throughout the department and satellite locations.
• Lift a minimum of 25 lbs., push and pull a minimum of 15 lbs., and stand a minimum of 10 hours a day.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Requirements

• Diploma/degree in respiratory care or other relevant area of study accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• Minimum of 2 or more years of experience in a CoARC-accredited respiratory therapy education program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.
• BLS (AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Work Environment

Regular contact with HMH personnel, vendors, and/or visitors.

Pay

Flat rate of $39.90 per hour.

Benefits

HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, including:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement benefits.
• Eligibility for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions (not reflected in the starting rate).
• Shift differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts (for eligible positions).