Registered Respiratory Therapist, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

Respiratory Therapist

Site: Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc.

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 believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. The primary purpose of your job is to provide respiratory care to patients of all ages in accordance with current applicable Federal, State, and local standards guidelines, and regulations and established policies and procedures as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care and safety can be maintained. You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Job Functions

Emergency room and outpatient therapy. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Atrial puncture: pH blood gas analysis. Oxygen therapy with prescribed appliances. Therapeutic treatments including BiPap aerosol nebulization, chest physiotherapy, postural drainage, heated high humidity, incentive spirometry, other appropriate respiratory care as prescribed. Initiate and monitor mechanical ventilation, long term, and transport. Endotracheal suctioning. Airway management. Stabilize airway, monitor, and support ventilation prior to patient transport. Electrocardiograms. Pulmonary function studies. Multidisciplinary rounds. End tidal CO? monitoring. Attend high risk deliveries and scheduled C-Sections. Educates patients, families, and professional staff. Other prescribed modalities to ensure proper patient care and department standards and operation. Cooperates and collaborates with other clinical services. Participates in in-service education programs for facility and community benefit. Attends workshops, seminars, etc. and stays current with changes in the health care as well as maintains professional status. Practical knowledge of safety standards for patient care and equipment. Monitors the condition of equipment. Follows infection control procedures and complies with Employee Health policies. Recommends equipment and supply needs for the department to the manager. Assures the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Involved patient and family in planning treatment and identifies specific goals and outcomes for patient. Allows patient to participate and schedule their treatments. Reviews complaints and grievances made by patients, family, or visitors.

Qualifications

Degree from an A.M.A and BBRC approved school of Respiratory Therapy. Registered from the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. Currently Licensed in Massachusetts. Maintains license as necessary. Three years' practical experience in cardio-pulmonary capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other related medical facility. Training in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation therapy practice.

Position is full time, 36 hours/week, nights. Generous night shift differential offered.

Work Location: One Hospital Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Night (United States of America)

Pay Range: $32.03 - $66.30/Hourly

EEO Statement:

1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. 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 ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.