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RWJBarnabas Health

Respiratory Therapist Reg (Per Diem, Night), Somerville NJ

RWJBarnabas Health, Somerville, New Jersey, us, 08876

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Respiratory Therapist Reg (Per Diem, Night), Somerville NJ

Req #:

0000175586

Category:

Respiratory Therapy

Status:

Per Diem

Shift:

Night

Facility:

RWJ Somerset

Department:

Respiratory Care

Pay Range:

$53.00 per hour

Location:

110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

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 RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified, Per Diem, Registered Respiratory Therapist in Somerville, NJ.

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

Night Shift

Per Diem Schedule

Essential Functions

The Respiratory Therapist, Registered provides therapeutic, supportive, and diagnostic respiratory services and care to all RWJBH patients

Administers respiratory care as ordered by the physician and documents required information in patient records

Performs arterial puncture analysis and reporting of sample results, interprets results relative to acid base balance and ventilatory status

Performs daily preventative maintenance and quality control for blood gas analyzers and co-oximeter

Sets up, operates, monitors and troubleshoots oxygen delivery devices, pulse oximeters, end tidal CO₂ monitors and ventilators

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 healthcare 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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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