UMass’ 2020 Patient Care Vision:

Limited License Respiratory Therapist

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At UMass Memorial Health Care, Everyone is a Caregiver regardless of title. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health care system of Central and Western Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 14,000 employees, working together as one health care system. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, everyday.

Title: Respiratory Therapist, Limited License
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Hours: Per Diem
Shift: As needed and as available, working 12-hour shifts including night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Union: Non-Union
Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
Location: Leominster Campus

Position Summary:
The position is responsible for providing various forms of respiratory therapy, up to and including, the level for which they have successfully completed the corresponding academic curriculum of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved Respiratory Program and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Respiratory Care Department.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Performs a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Administers oxygen and air-oxygen mixtures using various equipment.
2. Administers high-humidity aerosols and gas mixtures using pneumatic and electronic nebulizers and aerosolized medications
3. Instructs patients in the use of incentive spirometers. Obtains arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis. Administers aerosolized medications and airway clearance therapies. May induce sputum per department policy.
4. Administers emergency respiratory care such as, but not limited to, CPR and ventilation with resuscitators and masks.
5. Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy (such as vital signs, work of breathing and lung sounds.
6. Administers emergency respiratory care such as, but not limited to, CPR and ventilation with resuscitators and masks.
7. Performs simple measurements of lung volumes, flows, and pressures using spirometers, manometers, and gauges.
8. Prepares, operates, maintains, and monitors various ventilators and other respiratory care devices under the direction of a manager and/or licensed respiratory therapist.
9. Inspects, tests, cleans, and maintains various types of respiratory therapy equipment as per department policy.
10. Maintains equipment in good working order and makes minor repairs as necessary.
11. Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown immediately to management and/or registered respiratory therapist.
12. Performs various clerical duties such as, but not limited to, billing and maintaining records and files of patient services. Inventories respiratory therapy supplies and equipment as directed. Assists with ordering and stocking of supplies as needed.
13. Sets up and operates devices such as basic oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy under the direction of a manager and/or licensed respiratory therapist and in accordance with department policy and procedures.
14. Provides verbal reports including diagnosis, significant past medical history, reason(s) for admission, treatment goals and plans, patients response to treatment, and suggestions to optimize patients treatment plan
15. Reviews patients electronic medical record for appropriate history, reason for admission, pertinent laboratory results, current orders
16. Other duties as assigned

License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. Verification of education and competency upon completion of one (1) year of an Associate of Science in a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved Respiratory Care program
2. Holds a current Limited License in Respiratory Care from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMH recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

To Apply:
https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=ofVfgfwp&s=CareerMD

$3,000.00 Sign On Bonus

Title: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Hours: 36 - Three 12-hour shifts per week. Includes rotating weekend and holiday schedule
Shift: Nights
Union: Non-Union
Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
Location: Leominster Campus and Clinton Campus


HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference.

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for providing all aspects of respiratory therapy in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Respiratory Care Department. Works with considerable independence to perform routine and complex patient care in all assigned areas. The respiratory therapist provides evidence based patient focused care in a collaborative environment.

Major Responsibilities:
Administers aerosolized medications.
Draws and analyzes Arterial Blood Gases. Reports Critical Values per hospital policy.
Consults with physician staff concerning the most efficacious forms of therapy, and makes recommendations to enhance patient care (such as type, method, duration of therapy, suggested medications/dosages) compatible with physician orders and communicates these effectively with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy (such as vital signs, arterial blood gases), and consults with physician if adverse reactions occur.
Provide emergency care including assisting with intubation, Rapid Response Team, High Risk Delivery and Code Team.
Inspect, test, clean and maintain respiratory therapy equipment as per department policy.
Demonstrate and instruct respiratory care procedures to new staff, other healthcare personnel, patients, and patients families.
Set up and operate devices such as basic oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy in accordance with department policy and procedures.
Provides verbal report including diagnosis, significant past medical history, reason(s) for admission, treatment goals and plans, patients response to treatment, and suggestions to optimize patients treatment plan.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
Position Qualifications:
The Respiratory Therapist must possess the ability to assess patients and make appropriate therapeutic recommendations along the continuum of care from admission to discharge including all aspects of respiratory care from floor therapies to mechanical ventilation and blood gas interpretation. Also, the ability to read, write and speak clearly in English.

EDUCATION:
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 6 months acute care experience preferred, new graduates welcome to apply.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC. :
Current Massachusetts State Licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred
Basic Life Support required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred (required for some positions within 6 months of employment)
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred

TO APPLY:
To Apply:
Send resume to jkruszkowski@healthalliance.com and mention CareerMD or apply on-line at www.umassmemorial.org and indicate "Career Fair"

$7,500.00 Sign On Bonus

Title: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Hours: 36 - Three 12-hour shifts per week. Includes rotating weekend and holiday schedule
Shift: Days or Nights
Union: Non-Union
Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
Location: Leominster Campus and Clinton Campus


HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference.

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for providing all aspects of respiratory therapy in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Respiratory Care Department. Works with considerable independence to perform routine and complex patient care in all assigned areas. The respiratory therapist provides evidence based patient focused care in a collaborative environment.

Major Responsibilities:
Administers aerosolized medications.
Draws and analyzes Arterial Blood Gases. Reports Critical Values per hospital policy.
Consults with physician staff concerning the most efficacious forms of therapy, and makes recommendations to enhance patient care (such as type, method, duration of therapy, suggested medications/dosages) compatible with physician orders and communicates these effectively with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy (such as vital signs, arterial blood gases), and consults with physician if adverse reactions occur.
Provide emergency care including assisting with intubation, Rapid Response Team, High Risk Delivery and Code Team.
Inspect, test, clean and maintain respiratory therapy equipment as per department policy.
Demonstrate and instruct respiratory care procedures to new staff, other healthcare personnel, patients, and patients families.
Set up and operate devices such as basic oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy in accordance with department policy and procedures.
Provides verbal report including diagnosis, significant past medical history, reason(s) for admission, treatment goals and plans, patients response to treatment, and suggestions to optimize patients treatment plan.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
Position Qualifications:
The Respiratory Therapist must possess the ability to assess patients and make appropriate therapeutic recommendations along the continuum of care from admission to discharge including all aspects of respiratory care from floor therapies to mechanical ventilation and blood gas interpretation. Also, the ability to read, write and speak clearly in English.

EDUCATION:
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 6 months acute care experience preferred, new graduates welcome to apply.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC. :
Current Massachusetts State Licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred
Basic Life Support required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred (required for some positions within 6 months of employment)
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred

TO APPLY:
Please send your resume to jennifer.jezorski@umassmemorial.org and mention CareerMD or apply on-line at www.umassmemorialcareers.com and indicate Career Fair.

Title: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Hours: Per Diem
Shift: Variable 12-hour shifts per week. Variable 12-hour shifts, including weekend and holiday rotation.
Location: Leominster Campus and Clinton Campus

HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference.

Major Responsibilities:
Administers aerosolized medications.
Draws and analyzes Arterial Blood Gases. Reports Critical Values per hospital policy.
Consults with physician staff concerning the most efficacious forms of therapy, and makes recommendations to enhance patient care (such as type, method, duration of therapy, suggested medications/dosages) compatible with physician orders and communicates these effectively with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy (such as vital signs, arterial blood gases), and consults with physician if adverse reactions occur.
Provide emergency care including assisting with intubation, Rapid Response Team, High Risk Delivery and Code Team.
Inspect, test, clean and maintain respiratory therapy equipment as per department policy.
Demonstrate and instruct respiratory care procedures to new staff, other healthcare personnel, patients, and patients families.
Set up and operate devices such as basic oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy in accordance with department policy and procedures.
Provides verbal report including diagnosis, significant past medical history, reason(s) for admission, treatment goals and plans, patients response to treatment, and suggestions to optimize patients treatment plan.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

Position Qualifications:
The Respiratory Therapist must possess the ability to assess patients and make appropriate therapeutic recommendations along the continuum of care from admission to discharge including all aspects of respiratory care from floor therapies to mechanical ventilation and blood gas interpretation. Also, the ability to read, write and speak clearly in English.

EDUCATION:
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 6 months acute care experience preferred, new graduates welcome to apply.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC.:
Current Massachusetts State Licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred
Basic Life Support required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred (required for some positions within 6 months of employment)
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred

TO APPLY:
Send resume to jkruszkowski@healthalliance.com and mention CareerMD or apply on-line at www.umassmemorial.org and indicate "Career Fair"

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

3,000.00 Sign On Bonus

Title: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Hours: 36 - Three 12-hour shifts per week. Includes rotating weekend and holiday schedule
Shift: Nights
Union: Non-Union
Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
Location: Leominster Campus and Clinton Campus

HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference.

Major Responsibilities:
Administers aerosolized medications.
Draws and analyzes Arterial Blood Gases. Reports Critical Values per hospital policy.
Consults with physician staff concerning the most efficacious forms of therapy, and makes recommendations to enhance patient care (such as type, method, duration of therapy, suggested medications/dosages) compatible with physician orders and communicates these effectively with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy (such as vital signs, arterial blood gases), and consults with physician if adverse reactions occur.
Provide emergency care including assisting with intubation, Rapid Response Team, High Risk Delivery and Code Team.
Inspect, test, clean and maintain respiratory therapy equipment as per department policy.
Demonstrate and instruct respiratory care procedures to new staff, other healthcare personnel, patients, and patients families.
Set up and operate devices such as basic oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy in accordance with department policy and procedures.
Provides verbal report including diagnosis, significant past medical history, reason(s) for admission, treatment goals and plans, patients response to treatment, and suggestions to optimize patients treatment plan.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

Position Qualifications:
The Respiratory Therapist must possess the ability to assess patients and make appropriate therapeutic recommendations along the continuum of care from admission to discharge including all aspects of respiratory care from floor therapies to mechanical ventilation and blood gas interpretation. Also, the ability to read, write and speak clearly in English.

EDUCATION:
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 6 months acute care experience preferred, new graduates welcome to apply.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC.:
Current Massachusetts State Licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred
Basic Life Support required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred (required for some positions within 6 months of employment)
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred

TO APPLY:
To Apply:
Send resume to jkruszkowski@healthalliance.com and mention CareerMD or apply on-line at www.umassmemorial.org and indicate "Career Fair"