Resp Therapist-RRT
About The Position
By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital that has been serving the healthcare needs for the residents of Nassau County and its surrounding areas since 1913. Ranked among the top hospitals in New York State, Mercy offers a NYS designated Stroke Center, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and one of only two in NY State to receive this prestigious award. Job Details Experience preferred in Respiratory Care. Must demonstrate knowledge of all Respiratory Care equipment in terms of applications, limitations, troubleshooting, and alternative course of actions. Must possess a broad scope of knowledge in the pathology of disease with focus on cardiopulmonary pathophysiology and respiratory care treatment of disease states
Requirements
- Must have a minimum of an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care. Bachelor Degree preferred.
- Must possess a current valid NYS license as a Respiratory Therapy Therapist.
- Must be currently active and registered with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
Nice To Haves
- Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS)
- Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS)
- Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C)
- Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)
Responsibilities
- Administer advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and provide mechanical ventilation for adults, children and infants
- Use invasive and noninvasive technology to assist with the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary disorders
- Sample (arterial puncture) and analyze arterial blood gas Sample (arterial puncture) and analyze arterial blood gases
- Inspect, operate, maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment (oxygen equipment, Cpap, ventilators, and blood gas analyzers) and other life support systems.
Benefits
- employees are eligible for generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
