Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital
Respiratory Therapist- Per Diem
Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Per Diem. Rotating schedule 7am - 7pm and 7pm - 7amRespiratory therapists provide treatment, evaluation, monitoring and management of patients with breathing disorders or cardiovascular problems. Care provided by respiratory therapists may include: administration of oxygen, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, chest physical therapy, management of mechanical ventilators, administering drugs to the lungs, monitoring cardiopulmonary systems and measuring lung function.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Determines respiratory treatment goals in consultation with physicians, nurses, and by prescriptionDelivers and assesses responses to ordered therapy to be sure it is restoring patient's pulmonary function.Administers prescribed doses of aerosol drugsUtilizes various types of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment such as masks, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators per hospital policyAdministers Respiratory Therapy by performing various techniques of bronchopulmonary drainage, such as percussion/vibration, Acapella, incentive spirometryMonitors physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changesEducate patients and family members on a variety of topics such as correct MDI or aerosol use, smoking cessation, and other respiratory equipmentAssists in educating studentsAbility to perform arterial blood gas punctureRespond to Code Blue, stat calls, and be a member of RRT (Rapid Response Team)Assist with endotracheal intubationExtubate patients per orderMaintain the integrity of the patient-ventilator system by proper airway management, measure ventilator volumes and pressures, obtain ventilator mechanics (RSBI, Raw, spontaneous RR and minute volume, NIF)Be an active member of the critical care team in meeting patient's goals by attending rounds, giving pertinent patient information and offering suggestions.Be a team player both on the floors and in the ICU to meet best patient goals and needsAssist and direct treatments given by CRTs and those with limited licenses.Assist with the orientation of new employeesMonitors, records, and communicates patient condition and general acceptance of treatment.About Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171-bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive.At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.Qualifications
Associated Degree in Respiratory CareCurrent Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care licenseRegistered Respiratory TherapistCurrent BLS certificationACLS Required. Must be obtained within first 90 days of employmentPALS Required. Must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.1 Year experience is preferred.SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Staff adheres to all C.A.R.E. StandardsMaintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.Perform yearly departmental competencies in a timely fashion.Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.Requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and moving equipment.Provides age and culturally appropriate care.Is in compliance with College of American Pathologists, CMS and Joint Commission standards and regulations. To include:Yearly competency for blood gas analysisCAP requirements for transportation of specimensEEO Statement
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Primary Location
MA-Boston-BWFH Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital MainWork Locations
BWFH Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital Main1153 Centre StreetBoston 02130Job
Respiratory TherapistOrganization
Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital(BWFH)Schedule
Per DiemStandard Hours
1Shift
RotatingEmployee Status
Limited Term / Per DiemRecruiting Department
BWFH Respiratory CareJob Posting
Jun 25, 2024
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Determines respiratory treatment goals in consultation with physicians, nurses, and by prescriptionDelivers and assesses responses to ordered therapy to be sure it is restoring patient's pulmonary function.Administers prescribed doses of aerosol drugsUtilizes various types of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment such as masks, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators per hospital policyAdministers Respiratory Therapy by performing various techniques of bronchopulmonary drainage, such as percussion/vibration, Acapella, incentive spirometryMonitors physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changesEducate patients and family members on a variety of topics such as correct MDI or aerosol use, smoking cessation, and other respiratory equipmentAssists in educating studentsAbility to perform arterial blood gas punctureRespond to Code Blue, stat calls, and be a member of RRT (Rapid Response Team)Assist with endotracheal intubationExtubate patients per orderMaintain the integrity of the patient-ventilator system by proper airway management, measure ventilator volumes and pressures, obtain ventilator mechanics (RSBI, Raw, spontaneous RR and minute volume, NIF)Be an active member of the critical care team in meeting patient's goals by attending rounds, giving pertinent patient information and offering suggestions.Be a team player both on the floors and in the ICU to meet best patient goals and needsAssist and direct treatments given by CRTs and those with limited licenses.Assist with the orientation of new employeesMonitors, records, and communicates patient condition and general acceptance of treatment.About Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171-bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive.At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.Qualifications
Associated Degree in Respiratory CareCurrent Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care licenseRegistered Respiratory TherapistCurrent BLS certificationACLS Required. Must be obtained within first 90 days of employmentPALS Required. Must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.1 Year experience is preferred.SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Staff adheres to all C.A.R.E. StandardsMaintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.Perform yearly departmental competencies in a timely fashion.Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.Requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and moving equipment.Provides age and culturally appropriate care.Is in compliance with College of American Pathologists, CMS and Joint Commission standards and regulations. To include:Yearly competency for blood gas analysisCAP requirements for transportation of specimensEEO Statement
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Primary Location
MA-Boston-BWFH Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital MainWork Locations
BWFH Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital Main1153 Centre StreetBoston 02130Job
Respiratory TherapistOrganization
Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital(BWFH)Schedule
Per DiemStandard Hours
1Shift
RotatingEmployee Status
Limited Term / Per DiemRecruiting Department
BWFH Respiratory CareJob Posting
Jun 25, 2024
#J-18808-Ljbffr