Respiratory Therapist

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Fall River, MA

6d • $34 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care services at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, Massachusetts. The position may also require work at St. Luke’s Hospital as needed, up to the position’s scheduled hours. The role is scheduled for 24 hours per week on a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. Rotation to all shifts may be required as needed.

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Respiratory Care, or designee, the therapist administers and monitors respiratory care services according to physician orders. Services include chest physical therapy, sputum induction, breathing exercises, medication delivery, fit testing, tuberculosis testing, blood sampling and analysis, CPR, airway management, bronchoscopy assistance, evaluation and assessment, protocol implementation, patient and family education, smoking cessation, invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation, heliox therapy, oxygen therapy, Holter monitoring, EKG testing, and pulmonary function testing.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit health system serving Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. It describes its workplaces as inclusive and ethical, and emphasizes care for patients and communities. A $3,000 new-hire sign-on bonus is offered; rehires whose employment ended more than one year ago are also eligible. Compensation is based on experience, with a stated pay range of $33.72–$52.74 per hour. Benefits listed are available to regular-status employees scheduled to work at least 24 hours.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care program.
• Valid license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Respiratory Care.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for an exemption for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying the choice to be exempt once hired.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• One year of acute and chronic respiratory care experience preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor respiratory care services according to physician orders.
• Provide chest physical therapy, sputum induction, breathing exercises, medication delivery, fit testing, tuberculosis testing, and blood sampling and analysis.
• Provide CPR, airway management, and assistance with bronchoscopy.
• Conduct evaluation and assessment and implement protocols.
• Educate patients and families and provide smoking-cessation support.
• Provide invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation, heliox therapy, and oxygen therapy.
• Perform Holter monitoring, EKG testing, and pulmonary function testing.

Benefits

• $3,000 new-hire sign-on bonus; eligible rehires must have been terminated for more than one year.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree