Respiratory Therapist, RRT

3 weeks ago


York, United States UPMC Full time

If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist opportunity that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you Casual RTs must work a minimum of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but this requirement can be fulfilled on day or night shift. 12 of the hours must be on a weekend, and the selected candidate must agree to cover 1 holiday per year. Purpose: Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all patient service areas. Responsibilities: Reads prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment, such as type and duration of therapy, and medication dosages. Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with physician's orders. Assists to transport mechanically ventilated patients. Responds to all code situations. Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information. Orders repairs when needed. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. Supervises students during training. Sets up and operates devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment, such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients. Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment functions safely and efficiently. Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders. Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives. Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patient in performing breathing exercises. Performs pulmonary function tests to be used by physician in diagnosis of case. Consults with physician in the event of adverse reactions. Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required. Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Respiratory therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hireClearances must be dated within 90 days Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran



  • York, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist opportunity that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you! Casual RTs must work a minimum of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but this requirement can be fulfilled...


  • York, United States UPMC Full time

    **If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist** **opportunity** **that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you!** **Casual RTs must work a** **minimum** **of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but...


  • York, United States UPMC Full time

    **If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist** **opportunity** **that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you!** **Casual RTs must work a** **minimum** **of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but...


  • York, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist opportunity that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you! Casual RTs must work a minimum of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but this requirement can be fulfilled...


  • York, United States UPMC Life Changing Medicine Full time

    If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist opportunity that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you! Casual RTs must work a minimum of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but this requirement can be...


  • York, United States UPMC Life Changing Medicine Full time

    If you are looking for a Respiratory Therapist opportunity that offers flexible scheduling, ability to work with a diverse patient population, and a work environment that offers a small, family-oriented atmosphere, the casual RRT role at UPMC Memorial is for you! Casual RTs must work a minimum of 24 hours every 6 weeks, but this requirement can be...

  • Respiratory Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    New York, NY, United States National Staffing Solutions Full time

    Respiratory Therapist- RRT* At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare professionals like...


  • York, United States K.A. Recruiting, Inc. Full time

    Top Hospital in Central Florida Hiring Respiratory Therapist! Days or Nights 256 Bed Facility Level II Trauma Center Under general supervision, the RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) will perform all respiratory care related duties. Set up and administer all routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages. Responsible for...


  • New York, United States Infojini Full time

    Skills: 2 years experience Adult and Peds general care, Adult and Peds critical care, Emergency Trauma Neonatal.Education: Registration as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), Valid license to practice as Respiratory Therapist issued by NYSED, BLS, Primary Source Verification required. ACLS, PALS, NRP for...


  • New York, United States Infojini Full time

    Skills: 2 years experience Adult and Peds general care, Adult and Peds critical care, Emergency Trauma Neonatal.Education: Registration as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), Valid license to practice as Respiratory Therapist issued by NYSED, BLS, Primary Source Verification required. ACLS, PALS, NRP for...


  • New York, United States MJHS Health System Full time

    Req #: 1227 Job ID: 12850 Job Location: New York, NY Zip Code: 10040 Category: Rehabilitation Services Agency: Isabella Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care Status: Regular Full-Time Office: Office-based Salary: $27.01 per hour Located in the heart of the community of Washington Heights in Northern Manhattan is a 705-bed rehabilitation and...


  • New York, United States MJHS Health System Full time

    Req #: 1227 Job ID: 12850 Job Location: New York, NY Zip Code: 10040 Category: Rehabilitation Services Agency: Isabella Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care Status: Regular Full-Time Office: Office-based Salary: $27.01 per hour Located in the heart of the community of Washington Heights in Northern Manhattan is a 705-bed rehabilitation and...

  • Respiratory Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    New York, United States National Staffing Solutions Full time

    *Respiratory Therapist- RRT*At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.S. every day.It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare...

  • Respiratory Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    New York, United States National Staffing Solutions Full time

    *Respiratory Therapist- RRT*At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.S. every day.It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare...


  • New York, United States National Staffing Solutions Full time

    *Respiratory Therapist- RRT*At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.S. every day.It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare...


  • New York, United States National Staffing Solutions Full time

    *Respiratory Therapist- RRT*At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.S. every day.It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare...

  • Respiratory Therapist

    9 minutes ago


    New York, United States National Staffing Solutions Full time

    *Respiratory Therapist- RRT*At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.S. every day.It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare...


  • New York, United States DIVERSE LYNX LLC Full time

    Position-Registered  Respiratory TherapistLocation- Bronx, NYPay range- $75-$80/Hrshift- Days/Night  3*12hrs13 weeks contract with strong possibility to extend. Skills: | 2 years experience Adult and Peds general care, Adult and Peds critical care, Emergency Trauma Neonatal.Education: | Registration as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT issued by the National...


  • New York, United States DIVERSE LYNX LLC Full time

    Position-Registered  Respiratory TherapistLocation- Bronx, NYPay range- $75-$80/Hrshift- Days/Night  3*12hrs13 weeks contract with strong possibility to extend. Skills: | 2 years experience Adult and Peds general care, Adult and Peds critical care, Emergency Trauma Neonatal.Education: | Registration as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT issued by the National...


  • New York, United States Cavalier Workforce, Inc. Full time

    Duties: This is the pay range that RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) reasonably expects to pay someone for this position, however, as a supplier your expected pay range may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K [include any compulsory benefits such as commissions, incentive bonuses, etc. if applicable]. Pay range: $36.33...