Registered Respiratory Therapist-LCMC

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Framingham, MA

43d • $29 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Respiratory Medical Director, this role provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and respiratory therapeutic support for patients in the Hospital and/or outpatients that require cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, respiratory treatment, and/or ventilatory support. This position is a PRN (as needed) role with varied days and hours.

Requirements

• Associates Degree/Certification as Respiratory Therapy Technician/Registered Respiratory Therapy Technician.
• Current New Mexico licensure as Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• CPR certification required.
• One to three years experience in respiratory care.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily evaluation of respiratory care patients, the provision of routine and entry level critical care respiratory care procedures, and patient explanation and education.
• Participates in the planning and coordination of the operational and financial activities of the Respiratory Care Department.
• Assures the development, implementation, and maintenance of department policies and procedures.
• Assures departmental participation in the Hospital Quality Improvement Program.
• Responsible for processing and submitting daily patient charges for respiratory therapy and EKGs to Business Office personnel.
• Assures maintenance and readiness of respiratory therapy equipment.
• Performs EKGs and holter monitoring as prescribed by physicians.
• Coordinates and implements continuing education inservices for nursing staff to maintain competency in performance of respiratory care procedures.
• Represents the Hospital through participation in community activities to promote health and wellness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• Free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree