Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care -Night Shift

Respiratory Therapist

In any patient care setting, the Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public.

Responsibilities include reviewing and evaluating existing data in the patient record, advising providers on appropriate respiratory care procedure and techniques, selecting and checking respiratory care equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness, recommending, conducting, and documenting prescribed therapeutic procedures, monitoring and documenting all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments, modifying treatment techniques based on patient response, providing and documenting patient education for therapeutic procedures performed, initiating and updating respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure as applicable, working collaboratively with other members of the health care team to implement the plan of care, maintaining ACLS certification and initiating optimum emergency resuscitation procedures, communicating information regarding patient's clinical status to appropriate members of health care team according to departmental policies and procedures, participating in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students, and other allied health professionals in methods of administration of respiratory care, and performing other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications include an associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate, New York State Respiratory Therapist (RT) license with current registration, including credentials received prior to 9/1993, or New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) license AND National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) active credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). 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)

Licenses / Certifications: ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of Professions New York State Education Department (NYSED)

Physical requirements include moderate clinical roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 2050 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.

Pay range: $36.77 - $48.33

Location: Newark, NY 14513