Respiratory Therapist - MGH

Overview Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We invite all applicants to join Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Massachusetts General Hospital Acts as an active member of the patient care team to provide clinical patient care assessment, initiation, modification and discontinuance of therapeutic respiratory care procedures to critically ill patients. Analyzes and evaluates clinical patient data to determine the appropriate therapy or interventions and makes recommendations on patient care plans to the medical staff. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Initiates and/or assists with appropriate respiratory tests and procedures, as ordered, to deliver appropriate care to patients. This includes moderate complexity point of care (POC) testing for Blood Gas Analysis. Responds to respiratory emergencies, including high-risk deliveries, and transports patients as indicated. Prepares appropriate care plan and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy. Schedules patient treatments as necessary and provides consultation as an active member of the patient care team. Manages the administration of all aspects of respiratory therapy according to respiratory care policies and procedures, including NICU-specific therapies. Makes regular bedside rounds and administers Respiratory Care modalities to assigned patients. Modifies treatment care plan according to clinical picture and response to therapy. Participates in education of students, physicians, staff, patients, and families. Qualifications Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required and Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials: Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care required Experience: NICU experience 1-2 years preferred NPS Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialty (cert) preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Ability to be a subject matter expert in Respiratory Therapy and communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare disciplines. - Ability to assess quickly and offer professional judgment to prepare appropriate care plan, and make specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy. - Strong communication skills. - Ability to walk distances and push medical equipment weighing less than 100 lbs; may also be required to stand immobile for long periods of time. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 55 Fruit Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $31.98 - $47.85/Hourly Grade 5 Mass General Brigham presents compensation and benefits information as a guide. The base pay is determined by multiple factors including skills, experience, and education. The company may offer additional compensation components as applicable. EEO Statement The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework comprises ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and is defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. #J-18808-Ljbffr