Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Gardner, MA
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule:
• 36 Hours/Week
• Day Shift
• 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays Required
EMR: Meditech
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join a Cardiopulmonary team in a patient-focused healthcare environment. This opportunity is ideal for respiratory professionals with strong clinical and patient care skills who thrive in a collaborative healthcare setting.
Responsibilities:
• Assess, monitor, and provide respiratory care to patients across multiple age groups
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and oxygen therapy per physician orders
• Obtain ABGs and perform Pulse Oximetry accurately
• Perform Pulmonary Function Testing according to ATS standards
• Conduct EKGs and ensure accurate recordings
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators, BIPAP, and CPAP units
• Assess cardiopulmonary status and recommend changes to care plans
• Educate patients and families regarding respiratory treatments and equipment
• Assist with flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures
• Document patient care, treatments, and outcomes accurately within Meditech
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care
Requirements:
• Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Therapy program required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential or eligibility required
• Active Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license required
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire
• NRP certification required within 6 months of hire
• PALS certification required within 6 months of hire
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience required
• Basic computer skills required
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient care skills required
For more details contact at*** hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.***
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.