Senior Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift Leader

Job Title: Senior Respiratory Therapist
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Location: Rochester General Hospital
Hours Per Week: 36
Schedule: Night shift weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun); 12-hr. shifts, 7 pm - 7:30 am

SUMMARY:

In any patient care setting, a Senior Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatments and therapies, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public. The Senior Respiratory Therapist will also provide administrative support to the Respiratory Care Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Assessment & Care Planning : Reviews patient records and clinical data to develop and update individualized respiratory care plans; advises providers on appropriate respiratory interventions.

• Therapeutic & Diagnostic Procedures : Administers and documents a wide range of respiratory therapies, including medication delivery, airway management, oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and diagnostic testing.

• Equipment Management & Monitoring : Prepares, checks, and maintains respiratory equipment; monitors clinical parameters and adjusts treatment based on patient response.

• Collaboration & Communication : Works closely with the healthcare team to coordinate care, communicates patient status, and provides education to patients and families.

• Leadership & Training : Senior therapists lead shifts, mentor new staff, participate in education and quality initiatives, and support operations in inpatient or outpatient settings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate

• 2 years of previous full-time critical care experience in respiratory care is required; part-time and per diem experience will be prorated to determine eligibility.

• New York State Respiratory Therapist license with current registration

• Current NBRC RRT credential is required for all Respiratory Therapists entering the field after 9/1993

• ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire

• Respiratory therapists employed in non-acute (pulmonary or long-term care) areas are excluded from the ACLS requirement

EDUCATION:

• AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE: $37.82 - $49.38