Respiratory Therapist

4 weeks ago


Lowell, Massachusetts, United States Lowell General Hospital Full time
Exceptional Respiratory Care at Lowell General Hospital

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system that brings together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts.

Why Choose Us?

At Lowell General Hospital, 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. If that excites you, then you belong with us.

What We Offer

Competitive salaries

Medical, dental, vision insurance that start on day one

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Generous earned time benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for career growth

Job Overview

This position is responsible for providing respiratory care for patients of all age groups, who are diagnosed with cardio-pulmonary dysfunction. Sets up various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs.

Responsibilities

  1. Initiates patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; routinely checks and maintains proper function of ventilator in conjunction with the physician order.
  2. Abides with infection control guideline for invasive and non-invasive equipment per departmental policy.
  3. Weans patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies through patient assessment and adjusting parameters within prescribed protocols.
  4. Administers inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines derived from the department of respiratory care and pharmacy.
  5. Administers oxygen using low flow, high flow, open and closed circuits.
  6. Provides services to analyze blood specimens for blood gases, glucose and electrolytes in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.
  7. Administers Positive Pressure Breathing, (e.g. CPAP or BiPAP), which consists of the application of positive pressure to the upper airway to promote better lung inflation and aerosol distribution.
  8. Provides non-traditional therapies, e.g. Nitric Oxide gas administration, as ordered.
  9. Provides resuscitation and support services at all high-risk deliveries.
  10. 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.
  11. Calibrates monitors and maintains Transcutaneous Oxygen Monitors, End Tidal CO2 and pulse Oximetry monitors.
  12. Assists in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation as part of Code Team primarily providing airway management and manual resuscitation.

About Lowell General

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. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.


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