Registered Respiratory Therapist - Hudson Valley - Full Time - Days

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital•Village of Woodbury, NY

5d•$59 - $63•Onsite

About The Position

Join NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital at the forefront of respiratory therapy. We were one of the first hospitals to implement a nitric oxide program. We’re renowned for our breakthrough work with oscillating and jet ventilators. And we continue to utilize advanced techniques that improve care quality and shorten length of stays. Bold innovation. Unmatched patient care. Our respiratory therapists are shaping the future of the field. Now, you can become one of the people who Make It Possible. Under the direction of a licensed physician, the Respiratory Therapist will perform various treatments, therapies, invasive and non-invasive procedures. The Registered Respiratory Therapist will clinically supervise and monitor clinical activities of Respiratory Technicians as described within the licensure law. Respiratory Therapists assist in transportation of incubated patients with the special emphasis in maintaining airways and providing adequate ventilation and oxygenation. Assess modalities of respiratory therapy, recommend changes - including improvements appropriate to the delivery of respiratory care.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Applied Science and Respiratory Therapy
Current New York State Respiratory Therapist License
BLS from American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of hospital based experience
Pediatric experience
RRT and CRT certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care

Responsibilities

Perform various treatments, therapies, invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Clinically supervise and monitor clinical activities of Respiratory Technicians.
Assist in transportation of incubated patients, maintaining airways and providing adequate ventilation and oxygenation.
Assess modalities of respiratory therapy and recommend changes.