Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Location: Baystate Franklin Medical Center Greenfield, MA

Baystate Franklin Medical Center (BFMC) is a 90-bed community hospital located in Greenfield, Massachusetts, and a proud member of Baystate Healthone of the nation's top integrated healthcare systems. BFMC provides a full range of medical, surgical, obstetric, psychiatric, and emergency services to residents of Franklin County and surrounding communities. Known for its commitment to high-quality care, personalized service, and community involvement, BFMC is a supportive environment where clinicians thrive and patients receive compassionate, evidence-based care.

Position Summary

Respiratory Therapists at Baystate Franklin Medical Center play a vital role in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. Working under the general supervision of a physician, therapists provide care across a range of clinical areasincluding adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.

This role involves a blend of patient assessment, therapeutic intervention, diagnostic testing, and equipment management. Therapists work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes in acute, critical, and post-acute care settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret pulmonary function testing
• Conduct interventional diagnostics and sleep studies
• Administer blood gas analysis and related lab procedures
• Assist with noninvasive and invasive diagnostic assessments
• Deliver medical gas, humidity, and aerosol therapies
• Manage artificial airways and provide airway clearance techniques
• Initiate and manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
• Support vascular access procedures and Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS), as appropriate
• Conduct physical assessments and interpret diagnostic data
• Adjust therapies based on clinical response and lab results
• Perform regular patient rounds, making recommendations to providers as needed
• Titrate oxygen therapy and manage equipment in accordance with infection control standards
• Manage both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions
• Participate in discharge planning and patient education
• Support hemodynamic management in collaboration with the care team
• Respond to Rapid Response and Code Blue calls
• Assist with patient transport (land/air) and emergency interventions
• Maintain equipment according to safety and infection control guidelines
• Troubleshoot and document equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs
• Precept new staff, Respiratory Therapy students, and nursing residents
• Support clinical education and departmental training initiatives
• Maintain current AHA certifications; NRP certification required in facilities with Obstetric services
• Meet and maintain the clinical ladder criteria of a Level II Respiratory Therapist

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT) in Massachusetts
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC
• Current BLS certification

Preferred:

• Prior experience in acute or critical care settings
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications (or willingness to obtain, as applicable)
• Familiarity with EPIC or other EMR systems

Why Choose Baystate Franklin Medical Center?

• Work in a collaborative, community-based hospital with access to academic resources through Baystate Health
• Enjoy a supportive work environment that fosters growth, education, and professional advancement
• Make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of your local community
• Access to excellent benefits, tuition assistance, and career development pathways

Join a team that's making a differenceapply today and help us continue to deliver exceptional respiratory care at Baystate Franklin Medical Center.