Reg Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Day Shift

The Valley Hospital•Paramus, NJ

1d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: To administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy, as well as becoming involved with consultations involving types of therapy administered, maintaining equipment, enforcing safety standards, and keeping departmental records.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an approved NBRC Program and successful completion of the NBRC entrance registry examination.
Minimum of one to two years' experience in all forms of Respiratory Therapy preferred
Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner and current CPR Certification.
ACLS Certification required.
Licensed in the State of New Jersey.
Effective group process skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills to express ideas clearly.
Effective listening skills.
Ability to pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Ability to function competently in stressful situations and the changing work environment related to changing patient needs.
Ability to work cooperatively with patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Rehab, DI, Lab, etc.).
Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.
Ability to use effective analytical and critical thinking skills to problem-solve.

Responsibilities

Administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy
Involved with consultations involving types of therapy administered
Maintaining equipment
Enforcing safety standards
Keeping departmental records

Benefits

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities