Respiratory Therapist RRT- Part-time NIghts in Methuen, Massachusetts at Merrimack Health

Position Summary: Respiratory Therapist, Part-time 24 Hours per week, 6pm to 6am, Methuen campus

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a professional member of the healthcare team who provides skilled respiratory care to newborns through geriatrics under the direction/orders of a physician. The RT assists in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases and related disorders in a professional and competent manner. RT participates in providing patient and family education. The RT may assess a patient’s respiratory status and recommend appropriate therapy.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to perform the following:
• ABG machine,
• Ventilator management,
• EKGs & EEGs Chest PT,
• Arterial punctures
• Pulmonary Functions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy or a Certificate of Completion from an AMA accredited program in Respiratory care is required.
• Certification/Licensure:
  • MA Respiratory Care licensure, including 261 CMR 5.00 Continuing Education Requirement. (Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), or Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT))
  • Current BLS, and ACLS preferred.
• Experience: 1 years of acute care experience care preferred.
• Software/Hardware: Experience with Meditech is preferred.

Merrimack Health is a private, nonprofit community hospital providing the Merrimack Valley & southern New Hampshire regions with patient-centered, compassionate, and high-quality healthcare for the whole family. For over 140 years, the dedicated doctors, nurses, and staff of Merrimack Health have been committed to improving the health of the people and communities we serve—competitive pay, a robust benefit package, generous paid time off, and free parking.