Respiratory Therapist II - Perm Nights, Respiratory Therapy

Job Description When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. $3,000 Sign On Bonus Offered Benefits Sign on bonuses are paid out in three payments. You will receive your first payment (one third of the total amount) within the first 30 days of employment and is subject to applicable taxes. You will receive the second payment at six (6) months and the third payment (final third of total amount) one year following your start date. All payments are subject to applicable taxes. Full time status at BIDMC is considered for schedules greater than or equal to 30 hours per week; part time status is 20 to 29 hours per week. Please note, per diem employees are not eligible for sign on bonuses. Current and former BILH candidates – restrictions apply. BIDMC internal employees or employees within the BILH system are not eligible for the bonus or if you have been employed by a BILH entity within the last 12 months. Sign on bonuses are subject to change based on the organization’s hiring needs and will be determined by Talent Acquisition on an ongoing basis. BILH/BIDMC Talent Acquisition reserves the right to change sign on bonus eligible jobs and amounts at any time. Hours: 7pm-7am. Job Summary Assumes primary responsibility for patient care including: examination, evaluation, treatment planning, and administration of Respiratory Care procedures in response to a physician’s order. Essential Responsibilities Assesses patient condition based on medical history, observation, examination, physician’s diagnosis, laboratory findings and the results of specific tests or respiratory function and other appropriate diagnostic procedures. Develops or modifies the respiratory care plan and makes specific recommendations to physicians regarding indicated therapy. Serves as a role model for respiratory care students and other members of the health care team who provide clinical procedures related to respiratory care. Functions as the team leader during shifts when no member of the management team is physically present on site. Attends and participates in internal and external educational meetings (departmental in‑services, staff meetings, and educational conferences) to maintain and enhance clinical competence and to meet state license requirements. Participates in the department’s performance improvement activities. Applies findings of clinical research and performance assessment findings to improve the quality of care provided to the patients at BIDMC. Develops and implements patient/family education plans to meet the needs of the patient at the time of clinical assessment. Facilitates patient and family education by assessing the learning needs. Required Qualifications Associate’s degree required in Respiratory Care/Cardiopulmonary Science. License required: Respiratory Therapist License; Registration required: Registered Respiratory Therapist; and Certificate 1 required: Basic Life Support. 0‑1 years related work experience required. Work requires rotation to off‑shifts and weekend hours; must be available to work on‑call as necessary. Experience with computer systems required, including web‑based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. Competencies Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers. Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations. Team Work: Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments. Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service‑oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Age‑Based Competencies Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal: Birth to 6 months, Youth: 6 months to 16 years, Young adult: 16‑30 years, Middle Age: 30‑60 years, Elderly: 60‑ and older. Physical Nature of the Job Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift. Pay Range $44.75 – $65.16 per hour. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender identity, national or cultural background, or unauthorized disability. Veterans and disabled candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co