Registered Resp. Therapist (RRT)

Deborah Heart and Lung Center • Browns Mills, NJ

3d

About The Position

Provides respiratory care services to patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system. Under qualified medical direction, performs diagnostic testing, therapeutics, monitoring, and rehabilitation. Participates in developing appropriate patient care plans in conjunction with physicians and other members of the healthcare team. Participates in research projects, serves as a preceptor for students and new orientees, and conducts patient and family education activities.

Works under general supervision when performing routine assignments and refers unusual or more difficult situations to the immediate supervisor. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Contacts other departments to furnish or obtain information or reports, requiring tact and discretion to obtain cooperation. The schedule is 72 hours bi-weekly, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with every third weekend worked. The minimum starting rate is $37.82; the base rate may depend on factors such as recent relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of critical care experience.
• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Program.
• Completed 62 semester hours of college credit.
• New Jersey Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• BLS required.
• Strong computer skills, including Windows, Word, and Meditech.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree desirable.
• ACLS desirable.
• PALS desirable.
• Perinatal/Pediatric Specialty desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Perform diagnostic testing, therapeutics, monitoring, and rehabilitation under qualified medical direction.
• Participate in developing patient care plans with physicians and other healthcare team members.
• Participate in research projects.
• Precept students and new orientees.
• Conduct patient and family education activities.
• Contact other departments to furnish or obtain information or reports.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week.
• Generous paid time-off.
• 401K matching contribution.
• Tuition assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Meal discount.
• Dependent care subsidy.
• Adoption assistance.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree