Therapist Respiratory Registered Full-Time, Evenings

About the role

Under general supervision and according to established procedure specific to age and upon order of a physician, provides respiratory care designed to stabilize, prevent or remedy patient respiratory problems. Arranges and operates a variety of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment to safely administer prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients. Checks equipment regularly for proper functioning and records data obtained during therapy and diagnostic testing in patient charts. Draws, analyzes, and reports ABGs to physicians and nurses. Involved with adult ventilator weaning protocol and MDI protocol.

Responsibilities

• Arranges and operates a variety of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment to safely administer prescribed doses of medical gases and aerosolized drugs to patients.
• Checks equipment regularly for proper functioning and records data obtained during therapy and diagnostic testing in patient charts.
• Draws, analyzes, and reports ABGs to physicians and nurses.
• Involves in adult ventilator weaning protocol and MDI protocol.
• Participates in embracing excellence and relationship-based care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved A.M.A. school for Respiratory Therapy.
• Current NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) credential (Certified or Registered).
• Current license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.
• Analytical ability to resolve problems using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Ability to explain clinical, technical, and diagnostic procedures to patients and their families, comforting patients and their families.
• Provides direct patient care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Current and continued BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Skills

• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx, and vision plans.
• 403b retirement plan options with company match.
• Health & Wellness program.
• Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• LTD: Long Term Disability.
• Life Insurance Options.
• Onsite day care program available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

Pay

Salary range provided to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc.

Schedule

Details about the schedule will be provided upon employment.