Acute Respiratory Therapist - RRT / CRT

Acute Respiratory Therapist - RRT / CRT

Weston, VT $84,589 - $134,744 a year

Profession: Allied Health

Job Type: Full Time

Acute Respiratory Therapist - RRT / CRT New Grads Are Encouraged to Apply!

Night Shift / Generous Benefits / $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for 3-year Commitment / Possible Relocation Assistance

MLee Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a member of the respiratory therapy team, you will provide critical care to patients with respiratory disorders and work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Respiratory Therapist Description:

• Meeting with and examining patients who have pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications
• Conducting, performing, and analyzing diagnostic and function tests to assess lung capacity and capability
• Treating patients with aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy
• Evaluating progress of treatment
• Administering inhalants
• Documenting care by updating charts and records
• Operating mechanical ventilators and other machines

Respiratory Therapist Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an AMA Accredited Respiratory Therapy program and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered (RRT) Respiratory Therapist
• Must be a licensed RRT in the state of Vermont
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• ACLS
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred