Respiratory Therapist

Job SummaryAs a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for administering respiratory care services in accordance with physician's orders and department policies. Your duties will include providing therapies, gathering patient information, documenting assessments, and ensuring proper equipment setup and operation.Core Job ResponsibilitiesAdminister prescribed respiratory care modalitiesVerify and clarify orders as neededGather patient information for evaluation and treatmentThoroughly document patient assessments and treatmentsInstruct patients and ensure proper equipment setupInterpret ABG values and communicate with physiciansEducation/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED:Graduate of an AMA approved school of respiratory care and/or certified by the NBRCCurrent NYS respiratory therapist license and BLS/CPR certificationPREFERRED:3-5 years of hospital experienceJob DetailsDepartment: RESPIRATORY THERAPYShift: Variable, OccasionalFTE: 0.19Work Schedule: 12-hour shiftsPay Range: $32.36 - $46.92 per hourDisclaimer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, etc. Background verification may be required.