Registered Respiratory Therapist

Metrowest Medical Center – Consolidated Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status. Responsibilities Administers and manages all ventilator care, continuous positive pressure breathing, weaning techniques, and artificial airway care; sets up changes and monitors associated equipment. Performs chest physical therapy, chest percussions and vibrations, postural drainage, incentive exercises, and ambulation exercises as indicated. Performs clinical diagnostic and pulmonary function tests, such as bedside spirometry and other selected tests. Assesses patient respiratory status, observes patient adjustment/reaction to therapy, and evaluates the appropriateness of all therapy. Maintains all necessary patient and departmental records; enters clinical data regarding therapy administered and its effect. Other related duties as required. Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility Under the direction of the Medical Director and the direct supervision of the Manager of the Respiratory Care Department, the Respiratory Therapist will initiate and administer all respiratory therapy modalities according to established policies, procedures and protocols at Metrowest Medical Center. Therapy will be administered to patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction/disability or for preventive purposes. The therapist participates in clinical education and ensures quality and safe delivery of care to patients of all ages. Qualifications Required: Education: Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy program required. Experience: A minimum of 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience in an acute care setting preferred. Licensure/Certification: Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). It is strongly encouraged that CRT therapists advance to RRT within 2 years of employment. Maintains current licensure by the State of Massachusetts as a Respiratory Therapist. Maintains current BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications once obtained. New hires are required to obtain BLS prior to providing direct care to patients. Additional certifications as listed are required within 1 year of employment. Preferred: Experience: Previous neonatal & pediatric experience preferred. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. E-Verify: Salary: $30.16 - $46.75 hourly. Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr MetroWest Medical Center