Respiratory Therapy Technician

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Winchester, MA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. This position contributes to the Hospital’s mission by delivering and advocating respiratory services as part of the multidisciplinary clinical team under the direction of a respiratory therapist. This clinical staff position will have an impact on improving quality and safety and patient satisfaction by providing accurate and thorough respiratory services to the patients at every encounter. As a health care organization, Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people work together, including nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, and teachers, making a difference in patients' lives. Beth Israel Lahey Health is driving change in health care in Massachusetts, promoting a culture of continuous learning, growth, innovation, and a sense of belonging. The organization prioritizes comprehensive compensation and benefits to help employees achieve a healthy and balanced life, taking care of its staff while they care for patients.

Requirements

Enrolled in an Associates of Science degree in Respiratory Care with limited license credentials
Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors, and fellow members of the hospital team
Limited permit that is registered or registry eligible
Must receive Massachusetts license within two years of hire
Basic Life Support certification
Keep abreast of developments in the field and/or licensure through continuing education, participation in professional organizations or a combination of both
All staff must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

Previous hospital or patient care experience
Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

Provides basic respiratory therapy services which includes, but is not limited to, chest physical therapy and nebulizer treatments.
Delivers respiratory medications to the patient as prescribed by physician orders.
Sterilizes equipment or coordinates with Central Sterile Management to do so.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment to enhance patient satisfaction and a culture of safety.
Responds to supply/equipment issues in a timely manner to ensure availability of equipment and to maximize its useful life.
Responds to medical emergencies such as “Code 99” and rapid response team calls.
Conducts arterial blood gases by drawing blood on the patient, analyzes the results and making recommendations to appropriate clinician.
Documents patient assessment, treatments and interaction in the electronic medical records system.
In collaboration with a licensed Respiratory Therapist, performs functions excluded by their limited permit.