Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care - Night Shift

Newark-Wayne Community Hospitalmid

Respiratory TherapistHealthcare Clinical

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Key Responsibilities

Reviews and evaluates existing data in the patient record including patient history, physical exam, current vital signs, admission and current respiratory care orders for each patient assigned.

Requirements Summary

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate. New York State Respiratory Therapist (RT) license with current registration,

Technical Tools

Respiratory TherapistHealthcare Clinical

In any patient care setting, the Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public.

Evaluation shall include the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of data obtained from physiological specimens, performing diagnostic tests, and performance of history and physical related to respiratory care.
Therapy shall include the application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, mechanical ventilator support, artificial airway care and maintenance, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Education shall include providing and documenting education to patient and family, acting as a preceptor for both orienting team members and students assigned to rotations at RRHS affiliates, and providing public education upon request.

Responsibilities

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Requirements

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Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate.

New York State Respiratory Therapist (RT) license with current registration, including credentials received prior to 9/1993 OR New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) license AND National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) active credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).

ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire.

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

$36.77 - $48.33

Newark

14513

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

Newark-Wayne Community Hospital

On-site at the office

Who can apply

Same as job location

About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $76,482–$100,526 a year; 3% above the $85,956 median for Respiratory Therapist jobs on Jobera (243 salaries).
Posted: 8 days ago
Employer: has 1,379 open jobs on Jobera in 2 countries.