Registered Respiratory Therapist - FlexStaff

POSITION SUMMARY Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment and respiratory therapy as prescribed by a physician. Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education. Prepares, operates and maintains respiratory test/care equipment. RESPONSIBILITIES * * * * * Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment. * Utilizes assessment data to determine patient's actual or potential problems. * Performs bedside pulmonary function studies as per physician's order. * Collaborates with physicians on patient's plan of care. * Evaluates patient's responses to respiratory care. * Utilizes a process in delivering care to assigned patients. * Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education as ordered. * Completes departmental paperwork as specified for each assignment completed and assists with inventory control. * Performs physical chest therapy (cupping) to loosen and mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs and clears airway blockage in the patient's respiratory system, as needed. * Assists in Pulmonary Stress Testing, when necessary. * Performs standard suctioning techniques as indicated, collecting the appropriate, requested specimens. * Implements ventilator management/weaning protocols. * Performs bronchial hygiene and airways care procedures. * Collects blood for PH gas analysis, notifies physicians of results and performs appropriate changes in ventilator parameters. * Implements, monitors, and maintains non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Monitors gas exchange via non-invasive measures including pulse oximetry and capnography. * Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients with artificial airways. * Administers oxygen and humidification therapy as per physician's order and department policy. Initiates, monitors and adjusts parameters on continuous mechanical ventilation. * Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies and renders care as per ACLS/BCLS standards. * Provides emergent airway care including intubation, as per department policy. * Implements ventilator management adhering to protocols as per department and Intensive Care Unit standards. * Adheres to established infection control protocols and fire safety protocols. * Performs related duties as required. * ADA Essential Functions REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS * High School Diploma or equivalent, required. * Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program, required. Bachelor's Degree, preferred. * Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) in NY State and or Connecticut, required. * Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), required. * Advanced or Basic Life Support certification, required. * Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Created: 2026-04-15