Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Conifer Health Solutions • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Medical Director and the direct supervision of the Manager of the Respiratory Care Department, the Respiratory Therapist initiates and administers respiratory therapy modalities according to established policies, procedures, and protocols at Metrowest Medical Center. Therapy is provided to patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction or disability, as well as for preventive purposes. The therapist participates in clinical education and ensures the quality and safe delivery of care to patients of all ages.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Maintain current licensure by the State of Massachusetts as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Maintain current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications once obtained.
• New hires must obtain BLS before providing direct patient care.
• Additional listed certifications are required within one year of employment.
• CRT therapists are strongly encouraged to advance to RRT within two years of employment.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of two years of Respiratory Therapy experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• Previous neonatal and pediatric experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage ventilator care, continuous positive pressure breathing, weaning techniques, and artificial airway care.
• Set up, change, and monitor associated equipment.
• Perform chest physical therapy, chest percussion and vibration, postural drainage, incentive exercises, and ambulation exercises as indicated.
• Perform clinical diagnostic and pulmonary function tests, including bedside spirometry and other selected tests.
• Assess patients’ respiratory status, observe their adjustment and reaction to therapy, and evaluate the appropriateness of therapy.
• Maintain necessary patient and departmental records, including entering clinical data about therapy administered and its effects.
• Participate in clinical education.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Ensure quality and safe delivery of care to patients of all ages.

What This Job Offers

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