RRT II - Respiratory Therapy - Per Diem - Days

Jupiter Medical Center • Lexington, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Jupiter Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to join their team on a per diem basis for day shifts. Jupiter Medical Center is recognized for its commitment to safety, quality, and patient satisfaction, holding a 4-star rating from CMS. The Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner will be responsible for performing all respiratory care techniques in both critical and non-critical areas, assisting Certified Respiratory Practitioners, and performing a variety of duties including aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, CPT, incentive spirometry, mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gases, pulmonary function testing, pulse oximetry, assisting with fiberoptic bronchoscopy, and performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The role also involves other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program with Associate’s Degree.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC.
• Current Florida RT or TT license.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
• ACLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
• PALS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Ability to work independently, making sound decisions.
• Detail oriented, alert, and self-motivated.
• Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs, carry and lift up to 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

• CRT is accepted, but must become a Registered Respiratory Therapist within 36 months from initial hire date.
• NRP certification through the American Academy of Pediatrics within 90 days from initial hire date.

Responsibilities

• Perform all respiratory care techniques in both critical and non-critical areas.
• Assist and advise staff Certified Respiratory Practitioners.
• Perform aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, CPT, incentive spirometry, mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gases, pulmonary function testing, and pulse oximetry.
• Assist with fiberoptic bronchoscopy.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Complete annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
• Participate in the TB/PPD Surveillance Program.
• Maintain required professional licensing and/or certification(s).

What This Job Offers

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