Registered Respiratory Therapist

Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Location: North Adams, MA

Duration: Full time

Salary: DOE

Shift: Night shift, Monday-Friday, 7:00pm to 7:30 am; Rotating weekends and holidays

Description:

The client is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to deliver cutting-edge respiratory care in both outpatient settings and the Emergency Department (ED). This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient-centered care plans, ensuring responsive and high-quality care. The ideal candidate will work seamlessly with Physicians, Staff, and Directors in a supportive and cooperative manner.

Responsibilities:

• Administer prescribed respiratory therapy treatments and procedures.
• Assess patients' respiratory conditions and create individualized care plans.
• Conduct diagnostic tests including arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests.
• Adjust ventilator settings for patients on mechanical ventilation.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
• Maintain and calibrate respiratory therapy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.
• Provide advanced respiratory support and life-saving interventions in emergency situations.
• Document patient treatments, responses, and progress accurately in medical records.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control standards to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Experience: Six months of Staff Therapist experience is preferred but not required.

Education and Training: Graduation from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program at the Registry level.

License, Certification & Registration:

• MA Respiratory Therapist license (MARTL)
• National Board for Respiratory Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT)
• CPR Certification

Other Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and effective team-building skills.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing education as both a learner and an instructor.
• Flexibility to adjust shift hours and days to meet scheduling needs.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans with pharmacy benefits
• Spousal Wrap, Tax-Advantaged Medical Accounts
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits
• Training & Development opportunities
• Mental Health Support
• Dependent Care Account
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Discounts and Perks