Respiratory Therapist, NICU

Respiratory Therapist, NICU

Springfield, Massachusetts

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R33505

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’s premier healthcare provider, home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC) and the region's only level 1 trauma center, is looking for a full-time Licensed Respiratory Therapist to join our Respiratory Therapy team in Springfield, MA!

*This is a unique opportunity to work with our tiniest babies in the NICU and PICU.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, respiratory therapists perform a variety of duties involving all aspects of Respiratory Care. In doing so, maintain and monitor a variety of equipment for both infants and adults. Obtain arterial blood gas samples, assist in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, perform EKG tracings, and keep accurate records of all patient therapies. These descriptions cover the essential functions of the position. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time. Responsible for the care and treatment of all age ranges of patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performance reflects knowledge in theory, methods, techniques, skills, and behaviors required to achieve high-quality results in a variety of ages in patients. Demonstrates competence in all respiratory care procedures in areas within their realm of responsibility 95-98% of the time.
• Maintain a complete knowledge in the principles of anatomy and physiology, gas laws, and acid-base balance, pathology of basic lung diseases, and pharmacology 80% of the time.
• Demonstrate knowledge of daily operations of the department including, but not limited to, policies and procedures for R.C. modalities, safety, and infection control.
• Consistently strive for a high level of excellence in respiratory care by suggesting the most beneficial modality of therapy, while keeping in mind patient comfort, safety and potential patient improvement (outcome) on that therapy 95% of the time.
• Demonstrate knowledge of theory, equipment, and clinical situations by applying it to new equipment and/or new and unusual situations 90% of the time.
• Consistently acts as a role model through clinical excellence and patient assessment skills 95% of the time.
• Respect the patient's right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality 100% of the time. Identifies self to the patient and informs the patient of the procedure to be performed 100% of the time.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team of people, whether peers or other members of the health care profession 95-98% of the time.
• Deals positively in the work areas by exhibiting courtesy, control of emotions and understanding to patients, visitors, peers, supervisors and other members of the health care team 100% of the time.

ABUNDANT BENEFITS, SALARY & SO MUCH MORE! This position is sign-on bonus eligible. Our RT career ladder provides opportunity to advance your profession and livelihood. Generous compensation package, high-quality, low-cost medical/dental, robust paid time off.

SCHEDULE:

• This position is full-time, Nights 7 PM - 7 AM
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays
• Location: Baystate Medical Center Springfield

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Respiratory Therapist in Massachusetts Required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist, Preferred
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association Certification, preferred

Education:

Associates of Science: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Other

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware:

• Baystate Medical Center in Springfield
• Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center)
• Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield