Pulmonary Function Lab-Respiratory Therapist
Springfield, VT - USA
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist
Location: Pulmonary Function Lab
Schedule: Part time 32 hours
Summary
Respiratory Therapists working under the general supervision of a physician are responsible for evaluating diagnosing and treating disorders that impact this role you will perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary assessments and administer respiratory therapies for patients experiencing deficiencies or dysfunctions of the cardiopulmonary system. Responsibilities include acquiring analyzing and interpreting data from diagnostic tests and clinical specimens to guide patient care.
Responsibilities
Duties may include but are not limited to:
1. Diagnostic Testing and Evaluation
Independently conductand precept others inthe performance and collection of diagnostic information including:
Pulmonary function testing
Interventional diagnostics
Noninvasive diagnostic procedures
Blood gas analysis and other pertinent laboratory evaluations
2. Therapeutic Interventions
Administer respiratory care therapeutics such as:
Medical gas therapy
Aerosol therapy
3. Patient Assessment
Perform physical examinations and interpret diagnostic data to support clinical decision-making.
4. Therapy Assessment and Adjustment
Evaluate and modify patient therapies based on response and lab results.
Monitor patients check equipment make necessary adjustments and document changes.
Recommend therapy updates to physicians and discontinue therapy as ordered.
Disassemble equipment and follow infection-control guidelines for cleaning.
5. Disease Management
Provide management and education for patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases.
6. Emergency and Critical Care Support
Deliver care across emergency acute critical and post-acute settings including:
Patient and environmental assessments
Therapeutic interventions
7. Safety & Equipment Maintenance
Adhere to departmental policies procedures quality assurance safety standards and infection-control practices.
Assist with the care maintenance and documentation of equipment.
Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs as needed.
8. Education & Precepting
Serve as a preceptor for respiratory therapy students fellows and residents.
9. Specialized Modalities
Demonstrate competence in advanced therapies including:
Inhaled Nitric Oxide
Inhaled Heliox
10. Professional Development
Holdor be actively working towardspecialty credentials certifications or proficiencies.
11. Leadership & Committee Participation
Complete a specialty project or participate on a hospital committee.
12. Clinical Ladder
Meet and maintain the requirements for a Level III Respiratory Therapist.
THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
- Excellent Compensation High-quality low-cost medical dental and vision insurance
- Generous PTO up to 25 days in the first year with scheduled earned increases
- Continuing education support and reimbursement
- First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
- Farm Share Memberships
- 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
- Free money coach advice from a certified professional
- Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental physical and financial health
- Pet home auto and personal insurance
- Life insurance
- Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities included but limited to gym membership and equipment personal trainer massage and so much more!
- Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental physical and financial health
- Onsite parking
Education:
Associates of Science: Respiratory Therapy (Required)Certifications:
Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association Registered Respiratory Therapist - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory CareThe 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
$34.34 - $42.82 - $58.56Equal 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:
IC
About Company
Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, academic healthcare system offering comprehensive medical services, health information, and community support.