Respiratory Therapist (NYC) - Night Shift
About The Position
About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Join our Respiratory Therapy team! We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate Respiratory Therapist who will provide our patients with top level care. You will also consult with other health care practitioners in the management or prevention of cardiopulmonary disorders. Role Overview: Render respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner. Consult with and aid other health care practitioners in management or prevention of cardiopulmonary disorders, with minimal direction. Assess patient’s condition and follow up to ensure appropriateness of therapy. Educate patients and their families regarding respiratory treatment/therapy. Assist in providing education to other departments regarding respiratory therapies and modalities.
Requirements
- An Associate’s Degree in Applied Science and Respiratory Therapy.
- A current NY State Respiratory Therapist License.
- Current NBRC Credential as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
- BLS required, ACLS preferred.
- Highly motivated and able to empower and work well with others; able to adapt in a constantly evolving environment.
- Able to problem solve operational, personnel, and patient issues.
- Someone who has excellent communication skills, follow through and who supports the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
- Team focused and collaborative with other departments in the coordination of patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric/PICU experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Render respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
- Consult with and aid other health care practitioners in management or prevention of cardiopulmonary disorders, with minimal direction.
- Assess patient’s condition and follow up to ensure appropriateness of therapy.
- Educate patients and their families regarding respiratory treatment/therapy.
- Assist in providing education to other departments regarding respiratory therapies and modalities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
