Respiratory Therapist (M/W) - SEIU - Per Diem (Day / Night Shifts)

Tufts Medicine • Melrose, MA

82d • $35 - $43

About The Position

MelroseWakefield Hospital is Looking for Qualified Per Diem Respiratory Therapists (SEIU)! Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career. If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team at Melrose/Wakefield Hospital. Why Join Us? Competitive salaries Clinical mobility tracks Free on-campus parking Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 585 Lebanon Street - Melrose, MA Hours: Per diem to cover opened Day & Night shifts.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Licensed by the state of Massachusetts to provide respiratory care.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing and delivering therapeutic and diagnostic pulmonary care to patients of all ages in the inpatient, outpatient, and sub-acute settings.
• Administers and documents all procedures in accordance to department policy and procedure.
• Complies fully with department policy and procedure in maintenance and operation of the blood gas machines and in the drawing and analyzing of samples.
• Administers adult and geriatric ventilator care, aerosol therapy, medical gas therapy and bronchial hygiene therapy to all age groups in accordance with physicians order and departmental policy.
• Performs oral, nasoltracheal, endotracheal and tracheal suctioning as needed, in accordance with departmental policy.
• In Special Care Nursery administers and documents all procedures in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Performs oximetry according to policy and is able to recognize inaccurate results.
• Sets priorities by planning and organizing time effectively.
• Checks equipment and materials prior to work day ensuring proper working order and sufficient level of supplies.
• Formulates care plan with input from patient and families, when appropriate.
• Establishes measurement goals and communicates this information to members of the health care team.
• Documents all therapies accurately and completely in the medical record.
• Uses good judgment when interfacing with other staff and is able to exercise tactful communication skills.
• Uses strong decision making skills based on clinical observations and protocol.
• Assesses potential discharge needs during hospitalization.
• Recognizes that patient and family teaching are an integral part of professional care and carries this out routinely and with appropriate documentation.
• Accepts and utilizes direction and supervision positively without a negative response.
• Completes forms, records, cardexes accurately and on time.
• Informs supervisor of pertinent activities and problems, passing on job related information.
• Rotates on day, evening and night tours of duty.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Clinical mobility tracks
• Free on-campus parking

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees