Student Respiratory Therapist

About the role

Responds to cardiac and respiratory arrest according to Hospital policy. Provides direct Respiratory Care to patients by administering Respiratory Therapy modalities including the set-up and administration of oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and medication nebulization therapy; the application of Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) techniques. Performs patient assessments, observes and reports patients’ progress and reactions to treatment. Maintains appropriate departmental records.

Responsibilities

• Administers Respiratory Therapy modalities including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and medication nebulization therapy.
• Applies Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) techniques.
• Makes regular rounds and administers modalities according to plan established by a respiratory therapist.
• Performs patient assessments and reports patients’ progress and reactions to treatment.
• Makes suggestions for modification of treatment plan to respiratory therapist as indicated.
• Completes necessary documentation of treatments given and patients’ responses.
• Reports to the respiratory therapist, nurse, and physician as needed.
• Maintains continuing education relating to cultural competency and age-specific care.
• Afford appropriate knowledge of the principals of growth and development of the pediatric patient.

Requirements

• Must have a valid Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Must have a current CPR certification.
• Must have a strong understanding of pediatric respiratory care.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in Respiratory Therapy.

Skills

• CPR Certification
• Pediatric Respiratory Care
• Effective Communication
• Teamwork

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.

Pay

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Schedule

Part-time position with standard hours of 12 per week.