Respiratory Therapist Specialist

5 days ago


Valhalla, United States WMC Health Full time
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

We are seeking a highly skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Westchester Medical Center.

About the Role:

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for the operation and supervision of Respiratory Therapy in assigned areas of Westchester Medical Center. You will assist in providing instruction in respiratory techniques to hospital staff and students, and supervise a number of respiratory therapists, technicians, and students.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise, instruct, and participate in the use of all respiratory equipment
  • Review therapy and treatment being given to patients to ensure that the physician's instructions are being carried out
  • Ensure the maintenance of a complete recordkeeping system recording the utilization and upkeep of equipment and other data, as required
  • Consult with physicians, nurses, and other hospital staff on respiratory cases requiring therapy
  • Maintain an adequate supply of oxygen and other gases
  • Participate in the instruction of students, nurses, and other hospital staff in therapeutic techniques
  • Enforce safety rules and procedures
  • Participate in the training of new therapists on procedures at Westchester Medical Center
Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Good knowledge of the practices, principles, and techniques of respiratory therapy
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment
  • Ability to follow medical instructions
  • Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates
  • Ability to instruct the techniques used in operating respiratory equipment
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential tasks of the position
  • Ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail, and database software
  • Sound professional judgment
  • Reliability
  • Initiative
  • Resourcefulness
  • Physical condition commensurate with the requirements of the position
Education and Experience:

Possession of a valid license and current registration issued by the New York State Education Department as a Respiratory Therapist, and registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

About Us:

Westchester Medical Center is the premier provider of advanced medical care in New York's Hudson Valley. As the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, we provide local residents with acute-care services, including Level I trauma and burn care, organ transplants, and advanced neurovascular procedures.



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