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Respiratory Therapist FT Nights- St. Peter's Hospital

Trinity Health

Albany, NYFull-time$39.22–51.77/hrPosted 2w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$39.22–51.77/hr
Location
Albany, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current NY State RT LicenseAssociate's degree

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring a Respiratory Therapist FT Nights- St. Peter's Hospital. The role is a full‑time, 12‑hour night shift Respiratory Therapist position at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY, offering quality‑of‑life benefits, a strong orientation program, tuition assistance, and flexible scheduling for caring for patients with pulmonary disorders.

Key focus areas include Gather data to accurately assess a patient's current health status, Assess the patient according to physical or age related needs, and Observe, record and report symptoms, reactions and progress of patients.

Important skills include Airway Management, Endotracheal Intubation, Extubation, Pulmonary Hygiene, Tracheostomy Care, and Emergency Life Support.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Airway ManagementEndotracheal IntubationExtubationPulmonary HygieneTracheostomy CareEmergency Life SupportDiagnostic TestingCardiopulmonary Equipment OperationPatient AssessmentHealth Education

Qualifications

Associates Degree in Respiratory TherapyCurrent NY State RT License

Full job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description: Posting Job Description

Respiratory Therapist – St. Peter's Hospital

Full-Time: 12 Hour Night Shift

If you are looking for a full-time nights Respiratory Therapist position to meet your schedule, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.

Position Highlights:

  • Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge

  • Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development

  • Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules

What you will do:

As an RT you will work at assessing, treating and caring for patients of all ages who suffer from pulmonary (breathing) disorders. In addition to analyzing and performing diagnostic testing, respiratory therapists perform relevant exams as well as set up and utilize cardiopulmonary equipment and machines needed to assist or monitor the patients breathing

Responsibilities:

  • Gather data to be able to accurately assess a patient's current health status

  • Assess the patient according to the patient's physical or age related needs

  • Observe, record and report symptoms, reactions and progress of patients

  • Administer and record prescribed medications, treatments and diagnostic procedures

  • Responsible for airway management including performing endotracheal intubations and extubations, pulmonary hygiene, and tracheostomy care and emergency life support procedures

  • Provides extensive health education to patients and to the general population through community services

What you will need:

  • Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

  • Current NY State RT License

Pay Range: $39.22- $51.77

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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