Respiratory Therapist Reg
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Job overview
RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Respiratory Therapist Reg. The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care services to patients throughout the hospital, maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation, performs emergency airway management, and conducts arterial and capillary blood gas sampling and analysis. The role evaluates and recommends therapy changes, consults with physicians and nurses, serves as a clinical resource for staff, and completes additional duties as assigned, working night shifts on a full‑time schedule.
Key focus areas include Provide respiratory care services to patients throughout the hospital., Maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment., and Perform emergency airway management as ordered..
Successful candidates bring Graduate Of A National Board For Respiratory Care School, Registered Respiratory Therapist, and Registry Eligible Respiratory Therapist. Important skills include Epic EMR, Communication, Patient Care, Follow Directions Accurately, Organize Work, and Accomplish Work As Assigned. Preferred (not required): Evaluate And Recommend Changes In Therapy, Consult With Physician And Nurses, and Clinical Resource Person.
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Respiratory Therapist RegReq #:0000174957
Category:Respiratory
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Night
Facility:Jersey City Medical Center
Department:Respiratory Therapy
Pay Range:$46.99 - $57.36 per hour
Location:
355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Req#: 0000174957
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Night
Pay Range: $ 46.99-$57.36 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated per hour wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
The Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital. The Respiratory Therapist will also maintain and monitor mechanical ventilation, provide emergency airway management as ordered and perform arterial/capillary pH blood gas sampling and analysis.
Qualifications:
Required:
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Graduate of a National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) School for Respiratory care
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Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care as described in the scope of services for Respiratory Care Practitioner
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Ability to follow directions accurately, organize and accomplish work as assigned
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Good communication skills to work collaboratively with patients, visitors and Medical team
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Computer skill EPIC EMR
Preferred:
- Two to three years of Adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric experience preferred.
Certifications and Licenses Required:
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Registered (RRT) or Registry Eligible (CRT) Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
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Active New Jersey State License to practice Respiratory Therapy
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BLS certification required (American Heart Association)
Scheduling Requirements:
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7:00 pm – 7:00 am
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Alternating Weekends
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One Major Summer Holiday and One Major Winter Holiday required
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Full Time
Essential Functions:
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The Respiratory Therapist will evaluate and recommend changes in therapy according to the policy and procedure and will consult with Physician and nurses to achieve best practice for maximum therapeutic benefit for patients.
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The position acts as a clinical resource person to nursing staff and ancillary personnel to provide appropriate care within guidelines of established standards of care.
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Performs other duties assigned by manger and supervisor for the timely operation of the department.
Pay Range: $ 41.05 - $ 52.68 per hour
The above reflects the anticipated per hour wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
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Dental and Vision Insurance
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Retirement Plans
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Short & Long Term Disability
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Life & Accidental Death Insurance
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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Wellness Programs
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Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
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Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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