Respiratory Therapist Reg (Per Diem, Night), Somerville NJReq #:0000175586Category:Respiratory TherapyStatus:Per DiemShift:NightFacility:RWJ SomersetDepartment:Respiratory CareLocation:RWJUH Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876Job 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 health care 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 EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer