Respiratory Therapists - 32 hours per week

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Attleboro, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed respiratory care utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques. Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly that is also customized to a variety of needs that maybe specific to impairments or individual variations in such matters as hearing, sight, language barrier, cultural issues and potential victims of abuse.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA approved program for Respiratory care
Current MA Respiratory license
Minimum of completing AMA approved program for Respiratory Care
Excellent Work skills
BLS certified

Nice To Haves

AS or BA/BS preferred
CRT, RRT Preferred
NRP Certified: Within 6 months of Hire
Able to communicate effectively with all age groups and provide education.
Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from newborn to elderly.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for proper assessment, treatment selection and administration in the following areas: airway management, mechanical ventilation, bronchial hygiene and oxygen therapy
Provides this care as outlined in Respiratory Care policies and procedures taking into consideration patients’ individual needs and customizing treatments when appropriate.
Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with the dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.
Must have the ability to the perform essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the work place, and with or without reasonable accommodation.