RWJBarnabas Health

Respiratory Therapist Reg

RWJBarnabas Health$97K — $119K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist certification required.
  • Current New Jersey Respiratory license mandatory.
  • Credentialed with RRT and CRT designations.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification essential.
  • CRT certification mentioned, possibly as an option.

Responsibilities

  • Administer inhalants and operate mechanical ventilators to support patient treatment.
  • Utilize therapeutic gas apparatus and aerosol generators for respiratory therapy.
  • Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and assist with breathing exercises.
  • Monitor patient vital signs and physiological responses to therapies provided.
  • Direct treatment efforts of aides, technicians, and assistants.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage.
  • Dental and vision insurance for health support.
  • Retirement plans to assist in financial planning.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage for added security.
  • Life and accidental death insurance options.
  • Tuition reimbursement to encourage educational growth.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
  • Wellness programs promoting physical and mental health.
  • Voluntary benefits available including pet insurance.
  • Employee discounts with local partners such as NJ Devils and Verizon.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Respiratory Care



Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $46.99 - $57.36 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The primary function of a Respiratory Therapist is to provide respiratory care to a variety of inpatients and outpatients. The scope of duty includes therapeutic, diagnostic, educational and invasive procedures for adults.

Qualifications:

Required:
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Current NJ Respiratory license
  • RRT/CRT (Required).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
  • CRT

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):
  • Full-Time
  • Night

Essential Functions:
  • Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and, supports life by administering inhalants, and operating mechanical ventilators.
  • Therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage.
  • Assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes; and directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!


About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, with hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and clinics throughout the state. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehabilitation hospital, a behavioral health center, and numerous other clinical facilities. RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families, and to advancing medical research and education.
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