Respiratory Therapist 36 Hour Day Permanent Position

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Boston, MA

10d • $41 - $61

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory care to patients of all age groups and delivers direct patient care within their scope of services, in accordance with state licensure and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care. The practitioner works under physician orders and follows departmental and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center policies. The role requires critical thinking, application of appropriate best practices, and an objective, receptive approach to differing perspectives on patient care.

The position reports directly to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and receives day-to-day oversight from Respiratory Supervisors. It is a permanent 36-hour day position. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires staff to be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Massachusetts license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential is required; applicants may apply as Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) but must obtain RRT within one year.
• Current ACLS; must be obtained within three months of employment.
• Minimal computer skills and working knowledge of PCs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to impart specialized clinical and medical information to physicians, nurses, and other health care team members.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Staff Respiratory Therapist, with a focus on critical care.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential; RRT is preferred in the qualifications, although RRT is also stated as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients of all age groups.
• Deliver direct patient care within the scope of services and in accordance with state licensure and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care.
• Work under physician orders and follow departmental and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center policies.
• Apply critical thinking and appropriate best practices to patient care.
• Communicate specialized clinical and medical information to members of the health care team, including physicians and nurses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree