Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Respiratory Therapy Position At Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts 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

Come join a dynamic, fun and highly skilled Respiratory Therapy Team! Some of the benefits of working at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital include:

• No call requirements
• Higher compensation rates
• Great team culture
• Autonomy in practice through advanced respiratory care and treat protocols

Qualifications

Education: Associate's degree Respiratory Therapy required, and bachelor's degree Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred, Registered Respiratory Therapist [RRT] - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred, Neonatal Resuscitation Certification [NRP] - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

Respiratory Therapist New Hampshire - NH Board of Respiratory Care preferred, Respiratory Care Practitioner [State License].

Experience: Respiratory Care 0-1 year preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to be a subject matter expert in the area of Respiratory Therapy and be able to communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare disciplines.
• Ability to assess quickly and offer professional judgment to prepare appropriate care plan and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to walk distances and push medical equipment weighing less than 100 pounds.
• May also be required to stand immobile for long periods of time.

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%)

Work Details

Onsite

Work Location: 789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Night (United States of America)

EEO Statement

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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 at View phone number on click.appcast.io.