Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time Nights - $15,000 Sign on Bonus

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca•Ithaca, NY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Cayuga Health is hiring a full-time Respiratory Therapist to perform respiratory therapy duties in all patient care areas at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. The role is scheduled for three 12-hour overnight shifts and may involve 0%–10% local travel. The position offers a pay range of $35.00 to $48.00 per hour and a $15,000 sign-on bonus. The therapist provides patient-centered respiratory care, including mechanical ventilation, NIPPV, patient assessment, tracheostomy care, high-flow oxygen therapy, airway stabilization and maintenance, patient education, ABG acquisition, and outpatient respiratory procedures. The therapist responds promptly to changes in patient condition, communicates with nursing staff and providers, documents care accurately and on time, and participates in treatment planning and multidisciplinary rounds. The role also includes supporting colleagues as a resource and maintaining a positive, approachable manner. Cayuga Health describes its work environment as collaborative and values excellence, integrity, compassion, and stewardship. It offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities. The organization states its commitment to equitable, dignified care and to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

RRT education/qualification.
Active New York Respiratory Therapist License.
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications.
Able to stand for long periods.
Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination.
Able to perform light lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform respiratory therapy duties in all patient care areas.
Provide care involving mechanical ventilation, NIPPV, patient assessment, tracheostomy care, high-flow oxygen therapy, airway stabilization and maintenance, patient education, ABG acquisition, and outpatient respiratory procedures.
Respond quickly to changes in patient condition and communicate with nursing staff and providers.
Complete timely and accurate documentation.
Participate in patient treatment planning and multidisciplinary team rounds.
Maintain a positive, patient-centered and approachable manner, and act as a resource to others.