(rrt) Respiratory Therapist (per Diem) Washington Township

Jefferson Health

Turnersville, New Jersey, United States of America
Base: $33.52 to $47.78 hourly; bonus/equity: not s...
Administers oxygen and respiratory medication
Performs invasive and non-invasive evaluation procedures
Monitors patients requiring mechanical ventilation
The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers physician-prescribed respiratory therapy including oxygen, medications, and mechanical ventilation to treat patients with pulmonary disorders

Job Summary

  • The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers physician-prescribed respiratory therapy including oxygen, medications, and mechanical ventilation to treat patients with pulmonary disorders.
  • Jefferson Health is a nationally ranked not-for-profit health care system serving millions of encounters annually across 32 hospital campuses.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance for eligible colleagues.

Matching Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers physician-prescribed respiratory therapy including oxygen, medications, and mechanical ventilation to treat patients with pulmonary disorders.

Salary

Base: $33.52 to $47.78 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administers oxygen and respiratory medication
  • Performs invasive and non-invasive evaluation procedures
  • Monitors patients requiring mechanical ventilation
  • Collects and analyzes sputum and blood specimens
  • Documents patient care activities per regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience in respiratory care preferred
  • Strong communication with healthcare team members
  • Ability to troubleshoot ventilator equipment

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Care
  • Associate's/2-year degree required
  • Licensed by State Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
  • Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support/BLS
  • Registered by National Board of Respiratory Care within 2 years if not already certified

Work Rights

Not specified

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