Respiratory Therapist at Richmond University Medical Center

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

58.619

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Respiratory Care, Patient Monitoring, Therapeutic Treatments, Diagnostic Procedures, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis, Physical Assessment, Pulmonary Function Testing, Medication Administration, Bronchial Hygiene Therapy, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Mechanical Ventilator Management, Artificial Airway Management, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, BLS Certification, ACLS Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of America) Under the supervision of a licensed physician, the Respiratory Therapist participates actively in the monitoring and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary and respiratory disease. Respiratory Therapists assume primary responsibility for respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures. Diagnostic concerns include but are not limited to: arterial blood gas analysis sampling and analysis, physical assessment and pulmonary function testing. Respiratory therapists consult with physicians and other healthcare staff to help develop and modify patient care plans. Therapeutic concerns include but are not limited to: Set up and monitoring of therapeutic gases (i.e. oxygen), administering medications needed for respiratory care (i.e. administration of medication via the inhalation route), perform bronchial hygiene therapy, provide cardiopulmonary rehabilitation initiate and support breathing apparatus (i.e. mechanical ventilator management), insert and maintain an artificial airway and administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Requirements: Graduate of AMA Accredited School for Respiratory Care. Bachelor of Science preferred. Current registration in New York State as Respiratory Therapist, Diploma and Licensure required. BLS and ACLS required. NRP preferred. Nights w/ eo wknd & hols; 7p-7:15a Salary Range: $52.658/hr - $58.619/hr (Commensurate with Experience) Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Our Mission We the staff of Human Resources are proud to share a long-standing tradition of excellence at Richmond University Medical Center. We uphold the mission by providing premier quality patient care through a full spectrum of emergent, acute, primary, behavioral health and educational services, and value the pride and integrity that motivate us to always be more, and always be better. We are committed to our mission and values because WE CARE! We are Welcoming, Energized, Compassionate, Advocates, Respectful and Excellent in our interaction with our patients, families, visitors and co-workers. WE CARE W We are welcoming and gracious toward each other, and toward all who come to receive our services. E Personnel are energized for quality, creativity, commitment and teamwork. C Compassion is the way we share deep concern and care toward each person. A Advocacy is our activity that promotes the rights and responsibilities of patients, families, and staff, in the hospital setting and in the community. R We show respect by recognizing the basic dignity of every person in all our interactions and in the formulation of policies and procedures. E Excellence is our way of demonstrating that we can always be more and always be better.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist monitors and treats patients with respiratory diseases under physician supervision. They are responsible for therapeutic treatments, diagnostic procedures, and collaborating with healthcare staff to develop patient care plans.