Respiratory Therapist-Senior - Acute Care

Rochester General Hospital (rgh)senior

Respiratory TherapistHealthcare Clinical

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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment & Care Planning: Reviews patient records and clinical data to develop and update individualized respiratory care plans; advises providers on appropriate respiratory interventions.

Requirements Summary

In any patient care setting, the Senior Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatments and therapies,

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Respiratory TherapistHealthcare Clinical

Requirements

~2 min read

In any patient care setting, the Senior Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatments and therapies, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public. Senior Respiratory Therapist will also provide administrative support to the Respiratory Care Department.

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate
2 years of previous full-time critical care experience in respiratory care is required; part-time and per diem experience will be prorated to determine eligibility.
New York State Respiratory Therapist license with current registration
Current NBRC RRT credential is required for all Respiratory Therapists entering the field after 9/1993
ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire
Respiratory therapists employed in non-acute (pulmonary or Long Term Care) areas are excluded from the ACLS requirement

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.

Responsibilities

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→Patient Assessment & Care Planning: Reviews patient records and clinical data to develop and update individualized respiratory care plans; advises providers on appropriate respiratory interventions.
→Therapeutic & Diagnostic Procedures: Administers and documents a wide range of respiratory therapies including medication delivery, airway management, oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and diagnostic testing.
→Equipment Management & Monitoring: Prepares, checks, and maintains respiratory equipment; monitors clinical parameters and adjusts treatment based on patient response.
→Collaboration & Communication: Works closely with the healthcare team to coordinate care, communicates patient status, and provides education to patients and families.
→Leadership & Training: Senior therapists lead shifts, mentor new staff, participate in education and quality initiatives, and support operations in inpatient or outpatient settings.

AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of Professions

$37.82 - $49.38

Rochester

14621

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

Rochester General Hospital (rgh)

On-site at the office

Who can apply

Same as job location

About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $78,666–$102,710 a year; 12% above the $80,839 median for Respiratory Therapist jobs on Jobera (202 salaries).
Posted: 3 days ago
Employer: has 604 open jobs on Jobera.