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Mass General Brigham

Respiratory Therapist RT day shift

Mass General Brigham, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140

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Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Summary Acts as an active member of the patient care team to provide clinical patient care assessment, initiation, modification, and discontinuance of therapeutic respiratory care procedures to critically ill patients. Analyzes and evaluates clinical patient data to determine the appropriate therapy or interventions and makes recommendations on patient care plans to the medical staff.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

Initiates and/or assists with appropriate respiratory tests and procedures, as ordered, to deliver appropriate care to patients

Responds to respiratory emergencies and transports mechanically ventilated patients when moved from units for tests and procedures

Prepares appropriate care plan, and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy. Schedules patient treatments as necessary and provides consultation as an active member of the patient care team

Manages the administration of all aspects of respiratory therapy according to respiratory care policies and procedures

Makes regular bedside rounds and administers Respiratory Care modalities to assigned patients. Modifies treatment care plan according to clinical picture and response to therapy

Participates in education of students, physicians, staff, and patients/families. Clinically supervises respiratory therapy students in the patient areas

Qualifications Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy required and Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Registered Respiratory Therapist [RRT] - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred; Neonatal Resuscitation Certification [NRP] - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred; Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care preferred; Respiratory Care Practitioner [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience

Respiratory Care 0‑1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to be a subject matter expert in the area of Respiratory Therapy and be able to communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare disciplines

Ability to assess quickly and offer professional judgment to prepare appropriate care plan, and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy

Strong communication Skills

Ability to walk distances and push medical equipment weighing less than 100 pounds

May also be required to stand immobile for long periods of time

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34‑66%)

Walking Frequently (34‑66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%)

Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs ‑ 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34‑66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34‑66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%)

Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%)

Talking Constantly (67‑100%)

Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location 1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 24

Employee Type Regular

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $31.35 - $46.91 per Hour

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At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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