Certified Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistCertified Respiratory Therapist accepted Registered Respiratory Therapist PreferredDEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONTo work with the ICU/CCU/ED/MED/SURG personnel to provide responsive state of the art respiratory care. To work with the same personnel in the development and implementation of patient centered care. To work in a cooperative and supportive manner with Physicians, Staff, and Directors of the ICU/CCU/ED/MED/SURG Units and Respiratory Therapy to achieve that goal.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)Experience:Six months Staff Therapist experience preferred but not required.Education and Training:Graduate of AMA approved program of Respiratory Therapy at the Certification level.On a yearly basis meet all hospital mandatory education requirements.License, Certification & Registration:MARTL - MA Respiratory Therapist licenseNBRC-CRT-National Board Respiratory Care CRTCPROther Requirements:Highly effective and positive interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.Effective problem solving, team building skills, willingness to participate in the education process both as a student and provider of education.Ability to vary shift hours and days to meet schedule needs.