What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist Reg, Respiratory Care position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview:
A Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the care, evaluation and tests of acute care patients suffering from complications related to the breathing system.
Respiratory Therapists practice under the able guidance of expert physicians and should ensure that all respiratory care, starting from diagnosis to therapeutic treatment is properly carried out.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Graduate of a Respiratory Care education program
Preferred:
- ACLS, PALS and NRP
- At least two years of experience
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- NJ Respiratory Practitioner License
- RRT certification
- BLS certification
Scheduling Requirements:
- Shift working, 12 hour shifts, 7pm-7am
- At least 4 shifts monthly
- PD
Essential Functions:
- Performs patient assessment pre, during, and post procedure for all ages groups including pediatric, adult, and geriatric
- Demonstrates competency in assessment based on patient age, as well as physical and emotional growth
- Demonstrates competence with all respiratory modalities and equipment
- Performs maintenance and quality control procedures for pulmonary function testing and blood analyzers
- Performs invasive procedures according to hospital and departmental guidelines, and endorses all critical results
- Follows disinfection and sterilization procedures
- Demonstrates knowledge of ventilation modes, weaning, and safety procedures for all age groups
- Communicates effectively with staff, physicians, clinical personnel, patients, and visitors
- Assumes role of Charge Person when indicated according to department guidelines
- Completes departmental documentation and charges by the shift end
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
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.
