• Respiratory Therapist

    Baystate Health (Springfield, MA)


    Respiratory Therapist

    **Location:** Baystate Medical Center – Springfield, MA

    **Experience Level:** All levels of experience are welcome to apply

     

    Schedule:** Full-Time, Days | **7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

     

    Breathe New Life Into Your Career

     

    At Baystate Health, we’re committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing the future of respiratory therapy. Join our expert team and make a real difference in the lives of patients across all age groups—from newborns to adults.

     

    Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, this is your opportunity to grow in a dynamic academic medical center.

     

    What You’ll Do

     

    As a **Respiratory Therapist** , you’ll work under general physician supervision to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders. You’ll deliver advanced respiratory care in adult, pediatric, and neonatal settings while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional outcomes.

    Key Responsibilities

    Diagnostic Evaluations

    + Perform pulmonary function testing, sleep studies, and other diagnostic procedures

    + Collect and analyze arterial blood gases and relevant lab data

    Therapeutic Care

    + Administer medical gas, humidity, and aerosol therapies

    + Manage artificial airways and airway clearance procedures

    + Deliver invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation

    + Provide care for vascular catheters and assist with Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS)

    Patient Assessment & Monitoring

    + Conduct physical assessments and interpret diagnostic results

    + Make therapy recommendations and adjust based on patient response

    + Perform regular rounds and document progress

    Disease & Case Management

    + Support treatment of acute and chronic respiratory illnesses

    + Contribute to discharge planning and patient education

    Emergency & Critical Care

    + Respond to Rapid Response and Code Blue events

    + Deliver care during land and air transports

    Equipment & Safety

    + Ensure proper equipment use, maintenance, and sterilization

    + Adhere to all infection control and safety guidelines

    Qualifications

    + Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program with an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care

    + All levels of experience welcome—from new grads to seasoned professionals

    + Massachusetts Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required

    + CPR certification required; ACLS preferred

    + Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient care skills

     

    Why Choose Baystate Health?

     

    + **Supportive, collaborative environment** where your voice matters

    + **Cutting-edge technology** and access to advanced therapies

    + **Professional development** and tuition reimbursement

    + **Competitive compensation** and comprehensive benefits

    + A mission-driven team committed to equity, respect, and excellence in care

     

    Make your next career move count—apply today and help us elevate respiratory care at Baystate Medical Center.

     

    YOU belong at Baystate.

     

    You Belong At Baystate

     

    At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

     

    DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

    Education:

    Associates Degree (Required)

    Certifications:

    Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Respiratory Therapist - OtherOther, Certified Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory Care

     

    Equal 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.