Per Diem Respiratory Therapist
Springfield, VT - USA
Job Summary
Baystate Health a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC)and the regions only level 1 trauma center is looking for a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to join our team!
Department: BMC Respiratory Services
Schedule: Per Diem 2nd shift
Location: Baystate Medical Center - Springfield MA
Join Baystate Health.
At Baystate Health we dont just deliver care we transform lives. As a Respiratory Therapist at Baystate Medical Center youll join a nationally recognized mission-driven team providing advanced respiratory care to patients across the lifespan from fragile neonates to critically ill adults.
Whether youre an experienced therapist or a recent graduate ready to launch your career this is your opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact every single shift.
Work in a high-acuity Level 1 Trauma Center with diverse and complex cases
Be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary care team
Build expertise across neonatal pediatric and adult populations
Access career growth education and advancement opportunities
Earn a night-shift sign-on bonus while doing work that truly matters
Youll deliver essential cardiopulmonary care under physician direction using your clinical expertise critical thinking and compassion to support patients in both routine and life-saving situations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Providing respiratory therapies such as oxygen delivery aerosol treatments humidity therapy and invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
Monitoring patient responses and collaborating with the care team to adjust treatment plans
Performing diagnostic procedures including arterial blood gases and EKGs
Responding to emergency situations including Code Blue and Rapid Response calls
Ensuring safe operation and maintenance of respiratory equipment in compliance with infection control and safety standards
Supporting patient and family education including discharge planning and home respiratory care
Education
Associates degree in Respiratory Care required
Bachelors degree preferred
Experience
Open to all experience levels
One or more years of clinical experience preferred
Licensure and Certifications
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred
Current CPR certification required
If youre passionate about delivering exceptional respiratory care and want to grow your career in a supportive forward-thinking healthcare system you belong at Baystate Health.
Apply today and take the next step in your career.
Education:
Associates of Science (Required)Certifications:
Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association Registered Respiratory Therapist - State of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory CareThe National Board for Respiratory CareCompensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidates relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
$39.93 - $45.90 - $54.29Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status national origin ancestry age genetic information disability or protected veteran status.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, academic healthcare system offering comprehensive medical services, health information, and community support.