Tufts Medicine
Respiratory Therapist - 36hrs/week - Night shift - Sign on Bonus Eligible
Tufts Medicine, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States, 01856
Respiratory Therapist - 36hrs/week - Night shift - Sign on Bonus Eligible
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Respiratory Therapist - 36hrs/week - Night shift - Sign on Bonus Eligible
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Tufts Medicine
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine – Lowell General Hospital, we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. If that excites you, then you belong with us.
Competitive salaries & benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
403(b) Retirement with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Free on-site parking
Opportunities for career growth
Location and Hours Lowell General Hospital – 295 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, MA
Full-time Hours: 36 hours overnights (7pm-7:30am)
Weekend shift rotation required (approx. every 3rd weekend Sat & Sun)
Job Overview This position is responsible for respiratory care for patients of all age groups, who are diagnosed with cardio‑pulmonary dysfunction. Sets up various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs. Administers all types of respiratory therapy treatments including oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilator management, diagnostic procedures (e.g., blood gas sampling and analysis, pulse oximetry), and BCLS. Works cooperatively within the department and other services to create a quality health care system.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
Licensed by the state of Massachusetts to provide respiratory care.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
One (1) year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
ACLS & NRP Certification required within one (1) year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Duties And Responsibilities
Initiate patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; routinely check and maintain proper function of ventilator in conjunction with the physician order.
Abide with infection control guideline for invasive and non-invasive equipment per departmental policy.
Wean patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies through patient assessment and adjusting parameters within prescribed protocols.
Administer inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines derived from the department of respiratory care and pharmacy.
Administer oxygen using low flow, high flow, open and closed circuits.
Embodies patient and family centered care, explaining procedures to patients and family.
Administer Positive Pressure Breathing (e.g., CPAP or BiPAP).
Provide in-house transport of mechanically ventilated and other high-risk patients.
Provide non-traditional therapies (e.g., Veletri administration) as ordered.
Provide resuscitation and support services at all high-risk deliveries.
Monitor effectiveness of therapy using non-invasive techniques such as pulse oximetry, end tidal CO₂ in addition to invasive techniques such as arterial blood gas sampling.
Assist in Code Team CPR and airway management.
Document therapy, patient assessment, and interventions performed in the progress notes.
Transcribe a detailed shift note for all patients cared for during the shift.
Perform daily rounds, billing, and attend rounds with the ICU critical care team.
Assist with development of in‑service programs for departmental personnel.
Assist clinical educator with orientation of new employees.
About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance first‑rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a community hospital. As part of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Magnet Designation The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025.
Pay Range $37.18 – $47.41
EEO Statement Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Respiratory Therapist - 36hrs/week - Night shift - Sign on Bonus Eligible
role at
Tufts Medicine
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine – Lowell General Hospital, we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. If that excites you, then you belong with us.
Competitive salaries & benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
403(b) Retirement with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Free on-site parking
Opportunities for career growth
Location and Hours Lowell General Hospital – 295 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, MA
Full-time Hours: 36 hours overnights (7pm-7:30am)
Weekend shift rotation required (approx. every 3rd weekend Sat & Sun)
Job Overview This position is responsible for respiratory care for patients of all age groups, who are diagnosed with cardio‑pulmonary dysfunction. Sets up various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs. Administers all types of respiratory therapy treatments including oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilator management, diagnostic procedures (e.g., blood gas sampling and analysis, pulse oximetry), and BCLS. Works cooperatively within the department and other services to create a quality health care system.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
Licensed by the state of Massachusetts to provide respiratory care.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
One (1) year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
ACLS & NRP Certification required within one (1) year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Duties And Responsibilities
Initiate patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; routinely check and maintain proper function of ventilator in conjunction with the physician order.
Abide with infection control guideline for invasive and non-invasive equipment per departmental policy.
Wean patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies through patient assessment and adjusting parameters within prescribed protocols.
Administer inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines derived from the department of respiratory care and pharmacy.
Administer oxygen using low flow, high flow, open and closed circuits.
Embodies patient and family centered care, explaining procedures to patients and family.
Administer Positive Pressure Breathing (e.g., CPAP or BiPAP).
Provide in-house transport of mechanically ventilated and other high-risk patients.
Provide non-traditional therapies (e.g., Veletri administration) as ordered.
Provide resuscitation and support services at all high-risk deliveries.
Monitor effectiveness of therapy using non-invasive techniques such as pulse oximetry, end tidal CO₂ in addition to invasive techniques such as arterial blood gas sampling.
Assist in Code Team CPR and airway management.
Document therapy, patient assessment, and interventions performed in the progress notes.
Transcribe a detailed shift note for all patients cared for during the shift.
Perform daily rounds, billing, and attend rounds with the ICU critical care team.
Assist with development of in‑service programs for departmental personnel.
Assist clinical educator with orientation of new employees.
About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance first‑rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a community hospital. As part of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Magnet Designation The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025.
Pay Range $37.18 – $47.41
EEO Statement Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.
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