Respiratory Therapy Tech. II - Overnight Shift Job Boston area,Massachusetts USA,Healthcare

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking an experienced Respiratory Tech Therapist II. Join our dynamic healthcare team as an experienced Respiratory Therapy professional. You will leverage your advanced skills in respiratory care, exercise independent decision-making, and provide less supervised care than a Respiratory Therapy Technician I. In this role, you'll directly supervise and mentor junior technicians, guide their work, and offer procedural instruction.

Additionally, you will play a key role in training and mentoring new employees.

Schedule

Night Shift is 11pm-7AM, Monday-Friday with Weekends Off

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Serve as a technical reference for respiratory care staff by providing guidance, consultation, and direction.
Assign, direct, and supervise Respiratory Therapy Technician I activities during assigned shifts.
Assess and provide feedback on the performance of Respiratory Therapy Technician Level 1 staff.
Administer pharmacologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care as prescribed.
Observe and monitor patient responses to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Promote continuous learning and professional development for yourself and your team.
Work efficiently within and across clinical settings to provide quality service.
Demonstrate competence in meeting age-specific patient needs in your specialty area.
Order and maintain necessary equipment and supplies for patient services.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring consistency of care.

Required Qualifications:

Possesses advanced knowledge of respiratory care principles and practices
Prioritizes and delegates work assignments effectively
Leads and organizes team efforts to achieve work objectives and performance standards
Communicates effectively with staff and patients to ensure quality care
Demonstrates critical thinking and handles moderately complex issues
Understands emergency medical procedures and their application
Remains calm, acts quickly, and