Respiratory Therapist Registered, Per Diem, Somerville

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified Per Diem Respiratory Therapist in Somerville, NJ. This position provides for the treatment, disease management, control, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiac and pulmonary system.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Valid NJ State Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• RRT certification by National Board for Respiratory Care
• BLS certification and ACLS certification
• NRP certification required within 60 days of hire

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions remove when posting):

• Day Shift
• Per Diem Schedule

Essential Functions:

• Ability to see and hear well, have mechanical and manual dexterity to work with machines
• Must be able to apply scientific knowledge and theory to practical problems and basic mathematics
• Able to collect, assess or retrieve data reflective of the patients
• Collaborates with physician in the development of overall plan of care
• Demonstrates correct operation of equipment and understands rationale for use
• Demonstrates knowledge of codes
• Documents staff/patient incidents and notifies individuals of events
• Follows the established infection control practices such as hand hygiene, glove disposal, etc
• Initiates treatments as ordered of MDI, HFN, CPT, Aerosol treatment under physician s supervision
• Interprets and evaluates the appropriate information needed to identify each patient s needs and requirements relative to his/her age specific needs
• Maintains and uses pulmonary equipment such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, and aerosol generators
• Maintains inventory of respiratory supplies and alerts Practice Manager of inventory needs

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer