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Merrimack Health

Respiratory Therapist RRT

Pay: $83,069/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Methuen, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/9/2026

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$87,294 / year median in Massachusetts

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Summary:

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a professional member of the healthcare team who provides skilled respiratory care to newborns through geriatrics under the direction/orders of a physician. The RT assists in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases and related disorders in a professional and competent manner. RT participates in providing patient and family education. The RT may assess a patient's respiratory status and recommend appropriate therapy.

Responsibilities:

Ability to perform the following: ABG machine, Ventilator management, EKGs & EEGs Chest PT, Arterial punctures

Pulmonary Functions Qualifications:

Education:

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy or a Certificate of Completion from an AMA accredited program in Respiratory care is required.

Certification/Licensure:

MA Respiratory Care licensure, including 261 CMR 5.00 Continuing Education Requirement. (Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), or Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT)) Current BLS, and ACLS preferred.

Experience:

1 years of acute care experience care preferred.

Software/Hardware:

Experience with Meditech is preferred.

Salary Range:

$31.94 to $47.45