Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Respiratory Therapy

NYU Langone Health•Village of Patchogue, NY

1d•$104,239 - $117,847

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is hiring a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary problems. Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and Administrative Director, the therapist follows established policies and procedures while caring for patients across assigned areas and age groups. The role includes assessing patients, interpreting and carrying out physician orders, administering respiratory therapies and medications, operating and maintaining respiratory equipment, supporting airway management and ventilation, performing diagnostic procedures, documenting care, and educating patients and families. The therapist contributes to team operations by assisting with the supervision of Respiratory Technicians, supporting colleagues, participating in department meetings and instruction, maintaining current clinical knowledge, and keeping the workplace and equipment clean and orderly. The position requires a current New York State Respiratory Therapist license, BLS and PALS certifications, and the ability to walk, move, and stand for extended periods and lift and carry 0–25 pounds. The stated annual salary range is $104,238.75–$117,846.75; actual salary depends on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

Requirements

Current New York State Respiratory Therapist license.
BLS certification.
PALS certification.
Knowledge of medical terminology, respiratory therapy procedures, techniques, and objectives of therapy, including administration of therapeutic medical gases and other medications.
Must meet all educational requirements for Registered Respiratory Therapist established by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Ability to walk, move, and stand for extended periods, and lift and carry 0–25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Cover assigned areas, recognize limitations, seek assistance when needed, and help other staff.
Assist in the supervision of Respiratory Technicians.
Make regular rounds to assess assigned patients and review current physician orders.
Read, interpret, and discuss physician orders, test results, and patient conditions to determine treatment requirements; accept verbal physician orders.
Prepare and administer respiratory medications using appropriate methods, observe for complications, and consult physicians when necessary.
Obtain relevant patient information from patients or family members and review charts and computer records for blood-gas results, radiography reports, and other pertinent information.
Educate patients and families about respiratory diseases and care, and explain procedures to allay fears and encourage cooperation.
Maintain current knowledge of respiratory care trends and techniques through literature and seminars; assist with inter- and intra-departmental instruction.
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required.
Attend at least 60% of department meetings, read departmental email communications, and attend other scheduled functions.
Maintain a clean and orderly workplace and work habits.
Operate and monitor oxygen therapy equipment, capnography equipment, BiPAP machines, mechanical ventilators, and other respiratory equipment.
Administer oxygen therapy and respiratory care medications.
Check equipment setup, function, and settings, and verify physician orders before procedures and treatments.
Clean and maintain equipment according to departmental policies and practices.
Attach therapeutic equipment to patients safely and appropriately.
Monitor, manage, and assess patients of all age groups receiving continuous mechanical ventilation, including specialized modes, in accordance with department policy.
Establish and maintain patient airways, perform suctioning and endotracheal and nasotracheal intubation, use naso-oropharyngeal airways, and perform tracheostomy tube changes and care.
Perform radial, brachial, and femoral arterial punctures; obtain samples from indwelling arterial catheters; and interpret arterial blood gas results.
Perform diagnostic pulmonary function studies if the service is provided, and perform electrocardiograms according to departmental policy.
Stock respiratory care supplies in the department and on patient-care floors.
Document pertinent patient information and patient or family education in required charts and forms, and complete departmental documentation such as ventilator flow sheets, patient profile cards, and intubation records.
Accurately receive and transcribe verbal orders.
Demonstrate customer service, teamwork, time management, integrity, respect, accountability, communication, constructive feedback, and problem-solving skills.
Interact sensitively with patients of all age groups and their families, attend to psychosocial needs, promote teamwork and customer satisfaction, and accept assignments willingly.