Respiratory Therapist - Canton Potsdam Hospital

Canton Potsdam Hospital

Canton, NY, US
Base: $36.85 - $54.67; bonus/equity: $15,000 sign-...
On-site
Assure continuity of quality respiratory care
Address patient respiratory needs
Utilize skills, initiative, and independent judgment
Assists the Director of Respiratory Services and other hospital personnel in assuring continuity of quality respiratory care

Job Summary

  • Assists the Director of Respiratory Services and other hospital personnel in assuring continuity of quality respiratory care.
  • The therapist is called on to use their knowledge to assess patients and assist in developing appropriate care plans.
  • Staff must be flexible with their schedule and may be required to work variable shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Matching Summary

Assists the Director of Respiratory Services and other hospital personnel in assuring continuity of quality respiratory care.

Salary

Base: $36.85 - $54.67; Bonus/Equity: $15,000 sign-on bonus; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assure continuity of quality respiratory care
  • Address patient respiratory needs
  • Utilize skills, initiative, and independent judgment
  • Deliver exceptional service to patients and staff

Nice-to-have

  • Maintain awareness of internal and external factors
  • Identify improvement opportunities
  • Provide training on quality methodologies

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of an American Medical Association-approved two-year Respiratory school or equivalent
  • Current NYS Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Technician license
  • Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care or equivalent
  • Current AHA BLS certification at hire
  • AHA ACLS, PALS, and NRP must be obtained within 3 months of hire

Work Rights

Not specified

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