Certificate from an accredited respiratory therapist program required; Bachelor's preferred.
Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State and/or Connecticut required.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
Advanced or Basic Life Support certification required.
NRP certification required.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments.
Utilize assessment data to identify patient problems.
Conduct bedside pulmonary function studies as ordered.
Collaborate with physicians on patient care plans.
Evaluate patient responses to respiratory care.
Implement ventilator management and weaning protocols.
Administer oxygen and humidification therapy as prescribed.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and continuing education.
Supportive team environment with collaborative care.
Access to advanced respiratory care technologies.
Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Full Job Description
Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment and respiratory therapy as prescribed by a physician. Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education. Prepares, operates and maintains respiratory test/care equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment.
Utilizes assessment data to determine patient's actual or potential problems.
Performs bedside pulmonary function studies as per physician's order.
Collaborates with physicians on patient's plan of care.
Evaluates patient's responses to respiratory care.
Utilizes a process in delivering care to assigned patients.
Performs physical chest therapy (cupping) to loosen and mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs and clears airway blockage in the patient's respiratory system, as needed.
Assists in Pulmonary Stress Testing, when necessary.
Performs standard suctioning techniques as indicated, collecting the appropriate, requested specimens.
Performs bronchial hygiene and airways care procedures.
Collects blood for PH gas analysis, notifies physicians of results and performs appropriate changes in ventilator parameters.
Implements, monitors, and maintains non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Monitors gas exchange via non-invasive measures including pulse oximetry and capnography.
Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients with artificial airways.
Administers oxygen and humidification therapy as per physician's order and department policy. Initiates, monitors and adjusts parameters on continuous mechanical ventilation.
Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies and renders care as per ACLS/BCLS standards.
Provides emergent airway care including intubation, as per department policy.
Implements ventilator management adhering to protocols as per department and Intensive Care Unit standards.
Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education as ordered.
Completes departmental paperwork as specified for each assignment completed and assists with inventory control.
Adheres to established infection control protocols and fire safety protocols.
Performs related duties as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program, required. Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State and or Connecticut, required.
Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), required.
Advanced or Basic Life Support certification, required.
NRP certification, required.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
About Northwell Health
Northwell Health is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides clinical care, research, and medical education in New York. It is the largest healthcare provider and private employer in the state of New York, with over 72000 employees. Northwell Health has 23 hospitals and more than 700 outpatient facilities, as well as a medical school and a research institute. The organization was founded in 1997 as North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System and changed its name to Northwell Health in 2015.
