Respiratory Therapist Reg

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Pulmonary Lab

Req #: 48950

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $46.99 - $57.36 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Respiratory Therapist - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Respiratory Therapists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, clinical excellence, and compassionate care improve the lives of patients every day. This Respiratory Therapist role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will perform basic/advances therapeutic procedures as outlined under the scope of respiratory patient care services within the section of the policy procedure manual. Transcribes and implements physician orders. Use basic oxygen advanced assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness of patient care needs.

A typical day for a Respiratory Therapist may include:

• Accepts telephone orders from physicians with appropriate and required chart documentation.
• Assists with transportation of critically ill patients requiring cardiopulmonary support.
• Communicates if shift report all clinical and technical information pertinent to the care of all patients receiving respiratory therapy in an assigned unit.
• Communicates with physicians, nurses and other clinical personnel to achieve optimal and coordinated patient care.
• Completes all shift duties before leaving shift (i.e. returns all equipment to central, charting).
• Maintains availability in the area for which direct responsibility is assigned unless specifically relieved by staff supervisor.
• Monitors, assesses and records patient data, transcribes physician orders, assesses a patient's medical response to therapy and maintains documentation on approved departmental forms.
• Performs any task within the scope of the Respiratory Care Department at the request of the staff supervisor.
• Performs initial order for therapy within the ordered shift; has a clear understanding of how to respond to procedures ordered on a stat basis.
• Performs routine infection control procedures on respiratory therapy equipment as required by departmental policy.
• Provides evaluation and assessment of patients receiving therapy services as directed by Management.
• Recognizes possible side effects of all modes of therapy and drugs administered; notifies appropriate personnel of side effects.
• Responds to specifically designated paged areas during disasters and codes.

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment helps you respond confidently in both routine and critical care situations
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and adaptability are essential
• Providing evidence-based respiratory care is central to your professional practice
• Attention to detail and patient safety guide your daily work
• Continuous learning and professional growth are important to you
• Collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this Respiratory Therapist opportunity, you must:

• Graduate from an NBRC school for respiratory care.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC.
• Licensed by New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.