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Albany Med Health SystemPosted 1 week ago
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Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care (Hiring Immediately)

$68,640–$102,960 year

On-siteGlens Falls, New York, United States

Full TimeLicense Or CertificationEnterprise

Job Summary

Provide respiratory care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients by administering oxygen therapy, managing invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support, and responding to emergencies and critical events. Perform patient assessments, analyze diagnostic tests including arterial blood gases and pulmonary function studies, and maintain accurate documentation. Review physician orders, collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans, and provide patient and family education on disease processes and treatment goals. Assemble and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, perform preventive maintenance on diagnostic machines, and mentor new respiratory therapists and students.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate with certification of completion from a two year approved training program in Respiratory Care
  • Associate's Degree
  • Licensed Respiratory Therapist
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care
  • Current BLS certification
  • Current ACLS certification
  • Current PALS certification
  • Current NRP certification
  • NYS Respiratory Therapist license

Desired Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care hospital or long-term ventilator facility

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