Respiratory Therapist Senior

Job Summary

Acts as an active member of the patient care team to provide clinical patient care assessment, initiation, modification, and discontinuance of therapeutic respiratory care procedures to critically ill patients. Analyzes and evaluates clinical patient data to determine the appropriate therapy or interventions and makes recommendations on patient care plans to the medical staff.

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• Initiates and/or assists with appropriate respiratory tests and procedures, as ordered, to deliver appropriate care to patients.
• Responds to respiratory emergencies and transports mechanically ventilated patients when moved from units for tests and procedures.
• Prepares appropriate care plan, and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy.
• Schedules patient treatments as necessary and provides consultation as an active member of the patient care team.
• Manages the administration of all aspects of respiratory therapy according to respiratory care policies and procedures.
• Makes regular bedside rounds and administers Respiratory Care modalities to assigned patients.
• Modifies treatment care plan according to clinical picture and response to therapy.
• Participates in education of students, physicians, staff, and patients/families.
• Clinically supervises respiratory therapy students in the patient areas.

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

• Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care required
• Heartsaver CPR AED [CPR] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred

Respiratory Therapy Experience 3-5 years required.

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment and supplies used in respiratory care, as well as ability to ensure that equipment is properly maintained and updated as needed.
• Skills in collaboration and communication, including ability to work effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients.
• Skills in patient and family education, including ability to develop and deliver educational materials and programs that help parents and caregivers understand respiratory care needs and techniques.
• Ability to problem solve and think critically to assess complex situations and make informed decisions about patient care.
• Ability to keep accurate records and documentation.

Standing Frequently (34‑66%)
Walking Frequently (34‑66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%)
Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs‑35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34‑66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34‑66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%)
Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%)
Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

Remote Work Location 2014 Washington Street

0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

$29.23 - $44.48/Hourly Grade 5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will account for your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications and other essential factors. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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