Respiratory Therapist Cert

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Certified Respiratory Therapist

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Respiratory Care

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Compensation: $44.88 - $54.81 per hour

Pay Transparency:

This range represents the expected hourly wage for this role if employed in New Jersey.

The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including their educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

Position Overview:

The main responsibility of a Respiratory Therapist is to deliver respiratory care to both inpatients and outpatients. This role encompasses therapeutic, diagnostic, educational, and invasive procedures for adult patients.

Qualifications:

Mandatory:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Valid New Jersey Respiratory License
• RRT/CRT Certification (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is essential
• CRT Certification

Scheduling Requirements (for non-exempt roles):

• Full-time
• Evening shifts
• 37.5 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitates patient treatment plans and supports life by administering inhalants and managing mechanical ventilators.
• Operates therapeutic gas delivery systems, environmental control units, and aerosol generators. Provides respiratory therapy treatments, including bronchopulmonary drainage.
• Assists with breathing exercises, monitors physiological responses to therapy (such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes), and oversees treatments administered by aides, technicians, and assistants.

Benefits and Perks:

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a wide range of benefits and resources aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care
• Wellness Initiatives
• Optional Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts with Partners such as local sports teams and service providers

Why Join Us?

We are dedicated to providing exceptional patient-centered care through high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our commitment extends to delivering an outstanding work environment for every team member. We take pride in our role in fostering healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system, we are at the forefront of innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research, addressing both clinical and social health determinants.

We strive to make a significant impact in local communities across New Jersey, enhancing the health of residents and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of our community, whether it involves improving care coordination for complex health issues or promoting community health through local initiatives and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer