Job Details
Profession: Respiratory, Allied Health
Type: Full Time
RRT Certified Respiratory Therapist
Full-Time | Night shift
**Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus**
MLR is seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. Your expertise will be essential in delivering high-quality respiratory care, including managing mechanical ventilation, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients and their families about respiratory health. If you are dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through exceptional respiratory care and have a passion for making a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become a vital member of our team.
Schedule:
- 36 hour week
- 3x12s; rotating days
- Schedule known 1 month in advance
Responsibilities for a Registered Respiratory Therapist:
- Provide respiratory therapy services to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
- Perform diagnostic tests such as spirometry, arterial blood gas analysis, and pulmonary function testing.
- Assess patients' respiratory status, administer treatments, and monitor their response to therapy.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
Qualifications for a Registered Respiratory Therapist:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with current licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) in New York.
- Current BLS Certification and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
- Associate’s degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy or a related field.
- Strong understanding of respiratory physiology, pathology, and therapeutic interventions.