Role OverviewRespiratory Therapist will identify acute and chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunction, provide ventilatory support, and perform diagnostic procedures such as ABG draws and sputum specimen collection. The role requires working knowledge of monitors used on the units, monitoring patient's respiratory condition during transport, and attending codes and RRT's.
What You Will Do
The Respiratory Therapist will initiate and provide ventilatory support, recommend ventilator settings, and wean patients. They will also perform bedside spirometry, capnography, and interpret ABG's. Additionally, they will assist with conscious sedations, intubations, and administer therapeutic gases.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of monitors used on the units, experience in critical care, and the ability to read, write, and communicate in English. They must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with Massachusetts state licensure in Respiratory Therapy.
Requirements
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Massachusetts state licensure in Respiratory Therapy
- Current BLS certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 6 months of hire and maintain certification bi-annually
- Minimum one-year critical care experience preferred
Benefits
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