Reg Respiratory Therapist - Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Full Time Nights
hace 3 días
Summit
Responsible for providing respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities, under supervision of physician. Principal Accountabilities: 1. Evaluates prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and checks patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment, such as type and duration of therapy, and medication and dosages., 2. Renders aerosol medications and treatments to patients for inhalation, and positions patients to assist in breathing and prevent lung obstruction., 3. Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications that may be needed, which will be compatible with physician's orders., 4. Sets up and operates devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators to support respiration and maintain patient's oxygen supply., 5. Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment, such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients., 6. Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes., 7. Performs chest physiotherapy on patient to remove mucus from their lungs and make it easier for them to breathe and assists patient in performing breathing exercises., 8. Assists in the performance of diagnostic testing by performing pulmonary function tests to be used by physician in diagnosis of case., 9. Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy., 10. Consults with physician in event of adverse reactions., 11. Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, and orders repairs when needed., 12. Provides patient education and support for patients suffering from chronic lung disease., 13. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel., 14. May care for premature infants with underdeveloped pulmonary systems, the elderly who have increased susceptibility to pulmonary and cardiac disease, and trauma patients., 15. Other related duties as assigned Education: • Associate of Science degree from an accredited respiratory therapist program, required., • 1+ years of Respiratory Care experience, • Critical care experience, highly preferred., • Previous experience with PFT studies and cardiopulmonary testing, highly preferred., • Active license for Respiratory Therapy in New Jersey, required. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), required within one (1) year of employment., • Basic Life Support certification required. Advanced Life Support expected to have or obtain with 12 months of hire. #LI-Allied About US At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: • Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ, • Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ, • Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ, • Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ, • Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ, • Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ, • CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ, • Atlantic Home Care and Hospice, • Atlantic Mobile Health, • Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades: • 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years, • Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare, • 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare, • 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review, • Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP, • Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA), • One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine, • One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine, • Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets, • NJ Sustainable Business Named one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a World’s Best Hospital by Newsweek and recognized as a Best Regional Hospital in the NY Metro area by U.S. News & World Report. Our Atlantic Neuroscience Institute is the region’s leader in neuroscience care. A hub for the New Jersey Stroke Network, we offer a broad range of advanced neurological, neurosurgical and neurodiagnostic services. We are also certified as a Level IV Epilepsy Center and home to the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, where more brain tumor surgeries are performed than anywhere else in New Jersey. Our CyberKnife® program is the largest and most experienced in the state. We also have a satellite emergency department in Union, NJ, which treats about 40,000 emergency cases each year. Committed to providing exceptional care, Overlook Medical Center has achieved the prestigious Magnet® recognition. This designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest national honor for nursing excellence. What’s more, Overlook Medical Center has advanced certification from The Joint Commission for perinatal care and is designated an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center. Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH). Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members), • Life & AD&D Insurance., • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement), • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution, • PTO & Paid Sick Leave, • Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising, • Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave, • Backup and On-Site Childcare, • Well-Being Rewards, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program, • Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts, • Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
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