Respiratory Therapist

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Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Respiratory Therapist to join our team on a Per Diem basis. Bertrand Chaffee Hospital is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential health resources to our community. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care, performing cardio-pulmonary evaluations, and educating patients and their families about their conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Perform cardio-pulmonary evaluations, EKGs, and respiratory therapy treatment techniques

• After appropriate certification, perform arterial punctures at the radial, brachial, and femoral sites

• Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques

• Carry out decontamination and necessary maintenance of all equipment

Requirements:

• AAS Respiratory Therapy

• Current and Valid NYS Respiratory Therapy unrestricted licensure/registration

• (RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician or eligible to take the Registry Exam

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rate of $36.73 - $40.75 based on years of experience

Why BCH-JBR:

Employees love our focus on work/life balance, our one-on-one relationship with Unit Managers, our mission to support our community through excellent patient care, and the wonderful community support we enjoy.

If you are a motivated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking for a new opportunity, we invite you to apply for this exciting role. Join our team and be part of an organization that is dedicated to keeping healthcare local.