Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Full Time - Night - Mountainside, NJ
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg
Location: Mountainside (MTN)
Department Name: Respiratory Care
Req #: 0000208851
Status: Hourly
Shift: Night
Pay Range: $44.75 - $54.88 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will evaluate, treat, and care for pediatric patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Graduate of a Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education approved program of Respiratory Care
- Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care
- NJ State Respiratory License
- AHA BLS Provider Certification
Preferred:
- Bachelors of Science degree
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- NJ State Respiratory License
- AHA BLS Provider Certification
Scheduling Requirements:
- Full Time – 36 hours/week
- Night Shift
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to work at any site when needed
- Demonstrates evidence of use of the Respiratory Therapy within time frames defined by the hospital and departmental policy
- Recognizes and accurately identifies obvious patient and family health care needs
- Plans, implements and evaluates plans of care for patients with a variety of problems. Begins to understand and implement pediatric rehabilitative rationales.
- Implements appropriate and individualized patient and family education within time frames defined by hospital and departmental policies. Begins planning patient and family education
- Understands the importance of interdisciplinary process. Begins to establish his|her role as a rehab Therapist functioning in a team structure
- Promotes continuity of respiratory care and interdisciplinary interventions
- Demonstrates evidence of the ISTAT blood analysis system and follows all policies and procedures relative to the laboratory
- Recognizes and respects patient|family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of care
- Requests guidance from RCP II, RCP III, Clinical Director and other resources when appropriate
- Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluation.
- Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues
- Serves as a role model to Respiratory students and new employees
Physical Demands:
- Able to lift and carry equipment and patients greater than 15 pounds or greater
- Potential for blood and body fluid splashes and exposures
- On feet most of the day; bending, walking, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling
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 anytime with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
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.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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