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Respiratory Therapist RRT- Per-Diem

Part-time

Lawrence General Hospital

Haverhill, MAPart-time$31.94–47.45/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$31.94–47.45/hr
Location
Haverhill, MA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

MA Respiratory Care Licensure261 CMR 5.00 Continuing Education RequirementRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT)Associate's degree

Job overview

Lawrence General Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Therapist RRT- Per-Diem. A Respiratory Therapist (RT) provides skilled respiratory care to newborns through geriatrics under physician direction. The RT assists in diagnosing and treating cardiopulmonary diseases and related disorders, participates in patient and family education, and may assess respiratory status to recommend appropriate therapy.

Key focus areas include Perform ABG machine procedures, Manage ventilators, and Perform EKGs & EEGs Chest PT.

Successful candidates bring Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and MA Respiratory Care Licensure (RRT/CRT/LRT). Important skills include ABG Machine, Ventilator Management, EKGs, EEGs Chest PT, Arterial Punctures, and Pulmonary Functions. Preferred (not required): Meditech.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ABG MachineVentilator ManagementEKGsEEGs Chest PTArterial PuncturesPulmonary FunctionsMeditech

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Respiratory TherapyCertificate of Completion From an AMA Accredited Program in Respiratory CareMA Respiratory Care Licensure261 CMR 5.00 Continuing Education RequirementRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT)Current BLSACLS1 Year Acute Care Experience

Full job description

At Merrimack Health, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range for this position is $31.94 to $47.45 excluding fringe benefits and potential bonuses.

Your final base salary will be determined based on your education, experience, licensure, and internal equity considerations. Offers are typically made below the top of the range to support future salary growth.

Our two campuses in Methuen and Haverhill have a total of 320 beds, and we are a full-service, acute care hospital offering comprehensive inpatient medical/surgical units, outpatient care, and 24/7 emergency services. We have three behavioral health units: cardiac telemetry, and critical care service lines. Our Haverhill campus offers all private rooms, and our Methuen campus offers a new state-of-the-art catheterization suite and Joint Center of Excellence, named as a Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction+ Center for Knee and Hip Replacement.

Position Summary:

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

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