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CareWell Health

Respiratory Therapist

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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.

$81,124 / year median in New Jersey

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Respiratory Therapist CareWell Health - 2.7 East Orange, NJ Job Details Part-time | Full-time $43 - $46 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification ACLS Certification State-specific respiratory therapist license Full Job Description Job Summary Respiratory Therapist help monitor patient progress and administer breathing treatments based on the instructions provided by our team of Physicians. They may work with patients near the beginning or end of life. The RT will work with other members of the medical team to develop and carry out a treatment plan and modify the plan. Essential Functions Provide and administer all aspects of respiratory care therapeutics to inpatients and out patients Assess therapeutic needs, response and outcome Recommend modifications and discontinue therapy as appropriate Practice within the scope of service as stated in the Department Policy and Procedure manual Conducting and monitoring prescribed therapeutic and diagnostic procedures Maintaining artificial and natural airways Performing pulmonary function testing Performing hemodynamic monitoring and other physiologic monitoring Documenting information to a patient's medical record/maintaining accurate and complete records Communicating assessments and updates with members of the healthcare team Assembling, maintaining, and calibrating respiratory therapy equipment Identifying and remedying respiratory care equipment malfunctions Communicating with patients and patient families Educating patients on disease prevention and lung health Educating patients on the use of inhalers and inhalation devices Performing testing to assist in diagnosis, treatment, and research Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. On Call is required Minimum Education/Certifications Graduate with certificate of completion from an AMA approved
Respiratory Care Program Licensure:
Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the
NBRC and State of New Jersey Certification:
BLS-CPR ACLS
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Minimum Work Experience 2+ years' active therapy experience required.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Must be willing to work holidays, weekends and provide additional coverage as needed Physical Demands/Working Conditions Must be able to demonstrate independent and critical thinking as well as creativity and versatility in handling Complex clinical and interpersonal situations Be able to work under stressful conditions and irregular hours Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients Standing and walking for extended periods of time Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range Manual finger dexterity, eye hand coordination Occasional lifting or carrying items / supplies weighing up to 60lbs Occasional moving of large oxygen cylinders and equipment such as ventilators and air compressors Exposure to infectious diseases, chronically and acutely ill patients Exposure to disinfecting solutions, cleaning agents, sharps and other hazards and unpleasantness associated within the scope of a normal respiratory care department Rotation of schedule hours as required by the department to provide appropriate staffing levels throughout all shifts Must assist in the orientation of new employees CareWell Health provides a salary/hourly rate range for all open positions to comply with New Jersey Law. The rates listed for each position 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., specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). The salary range does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation which can be discussed in detail with your Talent Acquisition Specialist. The salary/hourly rate range for this position is: $43/hr-$46/hr Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by CareWell Health. Candidates should discuss salary/hourly compensation and details of our comprehensive benefits with our Talent Acquisition Specialist if selected for an interview. We offer an excellent benefit package including, but not limited to, the following benefit offerings: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Basic Life and Disability Insurance Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Paid Holidays and a generous Paid Time Off Plan