Respiratory Therapist RRT NIGHTS

Employment Type Full time Shift 12 Hour Night Shift Description Sign on bonus up to $15,000 for new colleague! Position purpose: The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department. What you will do Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care. Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care. Set up, operate and manage patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices. Manage patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level). Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree. Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care. Position Highlights and Benefits 36hr, three 12hr shifts per week 7p-7a (full time). Excellent shift, weekend and Holiday differentials apply. Sign on bonus up to $15,000 for new colleague. Excellent benefits starting day 1. Pay Range 30-48/hr. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education, including CRT vs. RRT. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Ministry/Facility Information Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr