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Respiratory Therapist

2 months ago

Nine Acre Corner, United States Emerson Hospital Full time
Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Cardio/Pulmonary/Neurology/Sleep Disorders, the Respiratory Therapist provides a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services for in-patients and out-patients of all ages.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality respiratory care services, adhering to established standards and protocols.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Conduct diagnostic tests and procedures, such as pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis.
  • Administer medications and treatments, including oxygen therapy and aerosolized medications.
  • Monitor patient vital signs and respond to changes in their condition.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure seamless care coordination.
Requirements
  • Education: High school graduate or equivalent required; Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy (RT) program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
  • Experience: Previous RT experience strongly preferred; Previous patient care experience preferred; Appropriate clinical rotations during the RT program are considered as satisfactory experience.
  • Licensure and/or Certification: Must have current licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Respiratory Therapist; RRT from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required; BLS healthcare provider required; NPR certification required within 6 months of hire.
  • Skills: Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to make patients comfortable during procedures; Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English; Computer skills required; Ability to maintain confidential information.