Respiratory Therapist – CRT/RRT

Garnet Health•Middletown, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist safely and effectively administers physician-ordered respiratory care procedures in accordance with established standards and policies, taking into consideration the age of each patient. The role requires knowledge of respiratory disease pathophysiology and strong technical skills to match current treatment modalities to disease processes in infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The therapist works closely with medical staff and other healthcare professionals. The Director or designee may appoint the therapist to serve as Charge Therapist when a supervisor is absent. This position is based at the GHMC Main Campus. The normal schedule is nights, 6:45 p.m.–7:30 a.m., including rotating weekends and holidays. It is a regular part-time role at 0.5 FTE. The position involves exposure to infectious patients and potential hazards from direct handling of inflammable and explosive gas, with frequent work in critical care areas. The work generally takes place in a clean, well-lighted, heated, and ventilated area. The compensation range is $45.05–$51.78 per hour for CRT and $50.30–$63.70 per hour for RRT. Compensation may depend on factors including location, specialty, relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.

Requirements

Current New York State Respiratory Therapist license.
Minimum Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC.
BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Employees hired with a CRT credential must attain the RRT credential within 18 months of employment with GHMC.
Ability to perform a full anatomical range of motion and the physical tasks required for the position.
Visual and aural acuity, and finger and hand dexterity sufficient to operate computer and office equipment.
Ability to tolerate long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking; some bending and lifting; and ability to lift 10 lbs.
Sight, speech, and hearing sufficient to communicate with others and perform essential duties.
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, work well under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, prioritize tasks, and demonstrate critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility.
Ability to multitask and give detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled.
Sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Nice To Haves

AAS or BS degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer physician-ordered respiratory care procedures safely and effectively according to established standards and policies.
Consider the age of the patient when providing respiratory care to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Match current treatment modalities to respiratory disease processes.
Work closely with medical staff and other healthcare professionals.
May serve as Charge Therapist when appointed by the Director or designee in the absence of a supervisor.