Registered Respiratory Therapist, Days

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides Respiratory Care services in accordance with department policies. Administers, monitors, controls and evaluates complex life support systems that ventilate acute or chronically ill patients. Participates in hospital initiatives and projects.

Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Department: IP Respiratory Therapy

Schedule: Part Time, Days

JOB REQUIREMENTS

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Must have a current license for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Respiratory Therapist prior to start date.
• Must be registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care prior to start date

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of two years as a Respiratory Therapist preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Pulmonary Physics, pulmonary Pathophysiology, Advanced Respiratory Care, Mathematics, Blood Gas Chemistry, and Pharmacology at a level generally acquired through completion of a two year AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Demonstrated ability to read and communicate in English language.
• Must have the ability to prioritize tasks and effectively work in a team environment, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Requires a caring and sympathetic attitude and ability to explain therapy and goals to patients and family members and to communicate effectively with other health care professionals.
• Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to enter and access data/information.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.
• Must have the physical ability to meet core job requirements in accordance with practice setting and demands for the patient populations regularly served.

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