Respiratory Educator- Respiratory Therapy

Who We Are:

In our Respiratory Therapy department, we are committed to transforming lives through personalized care, cutting‑edge techniques, and a patient‑centered approach. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility is equipped with the latest technology and resources to empower our technologists to provide the best care possible.

The Respiratory Therapy Unit consists of 29 employees who provide 24/7 coverage to a patient population that ranges from Adult, Pediatric, and Infant. The unit is home to a Level 3 Neonatal team. Shifts are generally 12 hours.

This position demonstrates knowledge and competence in the respiratory care specialty and, through the provision of education, training, and support, guides quality respiratory care to promote staff clinical competence. They also provide a wide range of respiratory care services to patients, ranging from neonates to geriatric age groups, as directed by physicians’ orders in all settings. They work independently as a licensed clinician.

• Collaborates with department manager, staff, and other educational resources to develop, implement, and monitor departmental orientation, competencies, and educational programs.
• Provide just‑in‑time education to staff related to patient care, new equipment, new policies & procedures.
• Support staff through routine rounds and communication.
• Meet with new respiratory care staff and oversee orientation, meeting regularly with new staff members & preceptors.
• Collaborates with a member of Clinical Education & Professional Development in the development of orientation tools, simulations, and competencies, as well as needs assessments and implementation of training.
• Coordinates clinical student rotations with affiliating accredited Respiratory Care education programs to provide a clinical experience for students.

• Associate degree in respiratory care,
  -and Bachelor’s degree in respiratory care; or Bachelor’s Degree in a closely related field required. Master’s in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of four years of clinical respiratory care experience in routine, acute, and emergency care areas required. Previous educator experience preferred.
• National Board of Respiratory Care RRT required.
• Current State of New Hampshire Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.
• BLS required.
• Specialty Certification preferred.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following your start date.
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts