Respiratory Therapist III - Respiratory Care

Stony Brook University•Town of Brookhaven, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, the TH Respiratory Therapist is a valuable member of the team. Respiratory Care is an allied health specialty focused on diagnostic cardiopulmonary evaluation and respiratory therapy treatment for patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities. This includes related education for patients, families, and the public. Qualified candidates are expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, time management abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization. All Respiratory Care Practitioners operate under the supervision of the Department's Director and/or Associate Director(s) and are responsible for performing a variety of basic and advanced respiratory procedures.

Requirements

Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy
Certificate of completion from an approved therapist level Respiratory Therapy Program
Registered Respiratory Therapist
0-1 year experience
Current NYS Therapist License which is required under NYS Law
Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services
Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references
Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen
Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings
Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

performing various basic and advanced respiratory procedures
Intubation
arterial puncture and blood gas analysis
mechanical ventilator management of adult, pediatric and neonatal patients in the following areas: Surgical, Medical, Burn, Pediatric, Neonatal, Cardiac Surgery and Anesthesia Post-Op Intensive Care Units
perform other pertinent respiratory therapy and patient care duties as required