• Reg Respiratory Therapist - FT Nights

    Nuvance Health (Poughkeepsie, NY)


    *Description*

    *$25,000 Sign on Bonus!**

    *Minimum 2 years required for $25K payout. Less than two years experience $12,500 sign on bonus.

     

    Summary: Sets up, operates and evaluates all types of routine and advanced life support equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness for patients of a specific group of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients as directed by the physician and in accordance with established department policies and procedures under the supervision of the Director of Cardio-Respiratory Care Services and/or the Respiratory Care Manager, Supervisor and/or Clinical Coordinator. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to the age of the patient served on the nursing unit or by patient care departments.

    JOB QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: High School Diploma. Graduate from AMA approved School of Respiratory Care. Registry eligible or Registered Respiratory Therapist.

     

    Experience: Graduate Respiratory Therapists considered, however, prefer at least 1 year clinical experience in all aspects of Respiratory Care.

     

    License: New York State license or permit. Basic Life Support (BLS) through either American Heart Association or the American Red CrossWorking Conditions:

     

    Manual: Little or no manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

    Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk

    Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force

     

    Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions

     

    Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

     

    Org Unit: 1183

     

    Department: Pulmonary Medicine

    Exempt: No

    Salary Range: $45.79 - $59.53 Hourly

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer

     

    Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

     

    We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.