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.
The Highlands at Brighton , an affiliate of UR Medicine , provides more specialty care services than any other transitional or long term care facility in our region. We offer our employees competitive pay and excellent benefits including: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 8 Paid Holidays Double Pay for Holidays Worked Shift Differentials 403(b) with Match Sick & Vacation Paid Time Off Free, On-Site Parking We are hiring a full time Respiratory Therapist to work along side an experienced and supportive team to provide post-acute care to the residents on our Ventilator Unit, one of only 3 in the county!
Position Status:
Part Time or Full Time Schedule:
Nights (7pm-7am), includes every other weekend and one on-call shift per week
Pay Rate:
$30/hr.-$45/hr.
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate competency, accuracy and understanding of ventilator management. Completely and correctly chart all pertinent information and settings. Understand and demonstrate proper manipulation of settings for the ventilator and oxygen. Troubleshoot ventilator and related problems. Respond quickly and appropriately to all ventilator alarms. Evaluate therapeutic respiratory plans and appropriateness of therapy. Job Requirements Registered (RRT) or Certified (CRT) Respiratory Therapist in New York state required One year of RT experience preferred EOE, including disability/protected veterans The Highlands at Brighton is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In support of our values and those of our society, The Highlands at Brighton is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Auto req
ID 746BR
Area of Interest Clinical Non-Nursing Employment Status Part-Time Hours/Week 24-36 Work Shift Evenings/Nights
