The CHA Respiratory Care Department, operating under the medical direction of the Pulmonary department, provides comprehensive respiratory services across Cambridge Health Alliance's Cambridge, Everett, and Somerville campuses. Our dedicated team of Respiratory Therapists delivers a wide range of essential therapeutic services, including administering medical gases, performing arterial blood gas analysis, managing airways, and conducting pulmonary function tests. We are committed to customer satisfaction, effective resource utilization, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement, ensuring the highest standard of respiratory care for both inpatients and outpatients.
Position Overview
As a key member of our healthcare team, the Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for a wide range of patient care duties. This includes the administration of therapeutic gases and the performance of diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs). Candidates should be proficient in various respiratory therapies, including aerosolized treatments, Incentive Spirometry, Chest Physical Therapy, and providing Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).
A critical component of this role is airway management, including intubation, for which competency is required. You will also be responsible for tracheostomy care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the setup of therapeutic equipment like PAP and Bi-Pap machines.
Beyond direct patient care, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate patient records, collaborating with nursing staff, and adapting to a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a professional who is committed to continuous learning and is an effective communicator and team player.
Qualifications/Requirements
Pay Range: $37.37 - $62.23 per hour
Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Work Days: 6:00pm - 6:00am, 10:00pm - 6:00am, 2:00pm - 10:00pm, including every other weekend and holidays as assigned
Department: Respiratory Care Cambridge Hospital
Job Type: Full-time
Work Shift: Evening / Night
Hours/Week: 40.00
Union Name: CH Laborers 380