Per diem Respiratory therapist (Only 24h Left) Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Tufts Medicine is Looking for Qualified Per Diem RespiratoryTherapists! Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicinesystem, has been offering the highest quality and accessiblehealthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With twohospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special CareNursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offersmany opportunities to grow your career. If you are passionate aboutproviding care in your local community, come join our team atMelrose/Wakefield Hospital. Why Join Us?

• Competitive salaries
• Clinical mobility tracks
• Free on-campus parking

Location:

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital

• 585 Lebanon Street

• Melrose, MAHours:

  Per Diem

• Nights with differentials Job OverviewRespiratory Therapist sets up various types of equipment toadminister prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolizeddrugs.

Administers all types of therapy including gas therapy,aerosol therapy, ventilatory assistance, and cardio-pulmonaryresuscitation. Minimum Qualifications 1. Associate’s degree from anaccredited Respiratory Care program. 2. Licensed by the state ofMassachusetts to provide respiratory care. 3. Certified RespiratoryTherapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). 4. Two(2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist. 5. Basic LifeSupport (BLS) certification. Duties and Responsibilities The dutiesand responsibilities listed below are intended to describe thegeneral nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusivelist. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1.Responsible for assessing and delivering therapeutic and diagnosticpulmonary care to patients of all ages in the inpatient,outpatient, and sub-acute settings. 2. Administers and documentsall procedures in accordance to department policy and procedure.

The therapist is able to suggest appropriate therapy andcommunicates those suggestions effectively to physicians andnurses. 3. Complies fully with department policy and procedure inmaintenance and operation of the blood gas machines and in thedrawing and analyzing of samples. 4. Administers adult andgeriatric ventilator care, aerosol therapy, medical gas therapy andbronchial hygiene therapy to all age groups in accordance withphysicians order and departmental policy. 5. Performs oral,nasoltracheal, endotracheal and tracheal suctioning as needed, inaccordance with departmental policy. 6. In Special Care Nurseryadministers and documents all procedures in accordance withdepartment policy and procedure. The therapist is able to suggestappropriate therapy and communicates those suggestions effectivelyto physicians and nurses. 7. Performs oximetry according to policyand is able to recognize inaccurate results. 8. Sets priorities byplanning and organizing time effectively. Assumes additionalresponsibility and responds with appropriate behavior to stabilizea crisis situation. 9. Checks equipment and materials prior to workday insuring proper working order and sufficient level of supplies.10. Formulates care plan with input from patient and families, whenappropriate. 11. Establishes measurement goals and communicatesthis information to members of the health care team. 12. Documentsall therapies accurately and completely in the medical record. 13.Uses good judgment when interfacing with other staff and is able toexercise tactful communication skills. 14. Uses strong decisionmaking skills based on clinical observations and protocol. Seeksappropriate advice when situation is unclear or in question. 15.Assesses potential discharge needs during hospitalization. 16.Recognizes that patient and family teaching are an integral part ofprofessional care and carries this out routinely and withappropriate documentation. 17. Accepts and utilizes direction andsupervision positively without a negative response. Demonstratesflexibility in being cross-trained within the department. 18.Completes forms, records, cardexes accurately and on time. 19.Informs supervisor of pertinent activities and problems, passing onjob related information. 20. Rotates on day, evening and nighttours of duty. About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital Melrose/WakefieldHospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuseswith one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston.

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital aredistinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care andservices. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity.

We focus on reducing health disparities through 40 local healthprograms across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations,outpatient services, and community physicians. Core to our values,Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community isdemonstrated by our many local health programs throughout ourservice area and participation in partnerships with communityagencies and events, and education programs in more than 10communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringingtogether the best of academic and community healthcare to deliverexceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumersacross Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, LowellGeneral Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence MemorialHospital of Medford, Care at Home

• an expansive home care network,and large integrated physician network.

We are an equal opportunityemployer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. TuftsMedicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, geneticinformation, veteran status, national origin, gender identityand/or expression, marital status or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure thatindividuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodationto participate in the job application or interview process, toperform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits andprivileges of employment. Please contact us to requestaccommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.