Respiratory Therapist

3 days ago


Lowell, Massachusetts, United States Lowell General Hospital Full time
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Nights

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals at Lowell General Hospital, a leading integrated health system in Massachusetts. We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to work per diem nights in our NICU department.

About the Role:

This position is responsible for providing respiratory care to patients of all age groups, including those with cardio-pulmonary dysfunction. The successful candidate will set up and operate various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs. They will also administer all types of respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilator management, and diagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities:
  • Initiates patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
  • Abides by infection control guidelines for invasive and non-invasive equipment
  • Changes and adjusts ventilator parameters based on clinical assessment and blood gas analysis
  • Weans patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies
  • Administers inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines
  • Provides services to analyze blood specimens for blood gases, glucose, and electrolytes
  • Monitors effectiveness of therapy using non-invasive techniques such as pulse oximetry, end tidal CO2, and transcutaneous PO2/PCO2
Requirements:
  • 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 experience
About Lowell General Hospital:

For over 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.

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.



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