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Lowell MA, United States Lowell General Hospital Full time

We’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

At Tufts Medicine, we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
403(b) Retirement with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
This position is responsible for respiratory care for patients of all age groups, who are diagnosed with cardio-pulmonary dysfunction . S ets up various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs . Administers all types of respiratory therapy treatments including , oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilator management, diagnostic procedures (e.g., blood gas sampling and analysis, bedside pulmonary function testing, pulse oximetry, EKG's, BCLS, function and troubleshooting of respiratory therapy equipment ) . W orks cooperatively within d epartment and other ser vices to create a system of quality health care.  

Location: Lowell General Hospital - Saints Campus - Lowell, MA
Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program .  
Licensed by the state of Massachusetts to provide respiratory care .  
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
One (1) year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist .  
Two (2) years of Pulmonary Function Testing  
 
Initiates patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; Abides with infection control guideline for invasive and non-invasive equipment per departmental policy . Changes and adjusts ventilator parameters based on clinical assessment and blood gas analysis in accordance with physician orders.  
Weans patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies through patient assessment and adjusting parameters within prescribed protocols.  
Administer inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines derived from the department of respiratory care and pharmacy.  
Provides services to analyze blood specimens for blood gases, glucose and electrolytes in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.  
CPAP or BiPAP), which consists of the application of positive pressure to the upper airway to promote better lung inflation and aerosol distribution.    
Provides non-traditional therapies, e.g. Provides resuscitation and support services at all high-risk deliveries.  
Monitors effectiveness of therapy using non-invasive techniques such as pulse oximetry, end tidal CO2 and transcutaneous PO2/PCO2, in addition to invasive techniques such as arterial blood gas sampling.  
Responsible for acknowledging the proper assembly of all respiratory therapy equipment prior to and during patient use.  
Attend rounds daily with the intensive care unit critical care team and is an active participant in the patient’s care.  
acts as a preceptor for new employees and is utilized as a clinical instructor for students enrolled in local universities.  
 
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.