Respiratory Therapist Salary in Salem, NH

Under the direction of the Operations Director of Critical Care/ Cardio Pulmonary/ Rehab Services and in coordination with the Medical Director of Pulmonary Services directs the daily clinical operation of the Respiratory and Pulmonary Rehab Departments. Schedules and assigns respiratory personnel. Ensures all services offered are performed within established policies and procedures.• Plans, directs and controls the work of the Respiratory: and Pulmonary Rehab staff.• Ensures all work, including patient care evaluations, are performed within established policies and procedures. • Participates in provision of care as needed.• Develops policies and procedures affecting the department and ensures that policies and procedures are adhered to at all times recommends changes in policies and procedures as necessary.• Orders, maintains and monitors usage of all supplies. • Assesses new equipment.• Assists in the development and presentation of in -service education programs to the respiratory staff, nursing staff and other departments as required.• Assists in the development and presentation of in -service education programs to the respiratory staff, nursing staff and other departments as required.• Attends hospital Department Manager meeting, - as well as other related Committees.• Works with BioMed Engineering to ensure that all equipment is in proper Operational condition and makes minor repairs/adjustments as necessary.• Collects information specific to Quality Improvement Dept. Works with OPS Director in formalizing Quality Improvement participation and takes appropriate corrective action.• Assists in interviewing and evaluating patients requiring Respiratory Home Care. • Contacts home care agencies to arrange for proper equipment.• Ensures correct billing procedures are performed by staff members. Submits weekly payroll and performs other related duties.• Continually reviews professional journals, articles, and reports and attends seminars and workshops in order to maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the respiratory field. • Provides staff with workshop availability.• Oversees compliance with JCAHO, DPH & other regulatory agencies.• Performs other related duties as required.• Prepares work schedules for 24 hours, 7days a week coverage. • Assigns work to respiratory personnel in order to ensure that all procedures are completed in a timely manner; adjust schedules as necessary.• Conducts interviews, recommends hiring, orients, trains and evaluates the performance of respiratory personnel. • Recommends pay increases, transfers, promotions, disciplinary action and or termination of respiratory personnel.• In conjunction with Operations Director establishes goal development, budgeting activities and staffing requirements. • Responsible for entire departmental budgetQualifications Skills:Required: Must possess the interpersonal skills necessary to deal with critically ill patients, families and all members of the health care team. Must possess the leadership skills necessary to deal effectively and efficiently with efficiently with staff members and other supervisory personnel.Experience:Required: 5 years of progressive Respiratory Therapy including a minimum of two years' supervisory experience required.Education/Degree requirements:Required: Associates degree in Science from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care. CRT required.Licensure, Certifications, or Registration:Required: Current license in the State of MA as a Reg. Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

The MGB Salem Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program is looking for a dedicated, experienced respiratory therapist to join our Pulmonary Rehab Team to help patients meet their individual goals.In addition to exercise training, Pulmonary Rehab provides education and support to our patients to help them improve and manage the physical and emotional stress of lung disease. Smoking cessation support and education are also provided by our pulmonary rehabilitation clinicians to help patients with their smoking cessation goals. Our team includes specially trained respiratory therapist, physical therapist, exercise physiologist, and nurse led by a pulmonologist medical director. The team shares a deep commitment to the long-term health of the patients by helping them learn ways to decrease symptoms, build their confidence and improve their quality of life. The Respiratory Therapist participates in all aspects of the program which includes assessment, education, exercise, and behavioral/lifestyle management. The Respiratory Therapist directs and coordinates care for patients based on established clinical and practice standards and collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. This position reports to the Nurse Manager/Director and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.Qualifications High level of clinical abilities, organizational and analytical skills, Regularly demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment. Strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of people. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Satisfactory demonstration of knowledge of pulmonary diseases, patients' response to exercise and knowledge of pulmonary medications. Proficiency in using computers, ability to quickly gain competency in various hospital software applications. Demonstrates the ability to appropriately prioritize issues and needs. Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPRB.L.S, ACLS preferred.2+ years experience as a licensed respiratory therapist requiredExperience working with pulmonary rehab patients preferredMust be a graduate of an accredited college program of respiratory therapyMassachusetts State license in Respiratory Therapy requiredMember of Massachusetts Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab (MACVPR) preferred.

To hear more about our NEW RATES and $10k SIGN ON BONUS, Contact Leanne Francis, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected] time, 24 hr NightsJoin in our mission and work where YOU belong!Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist will posses excellent communication skills as well as interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of people of all ages. Practice ventilator management with autonomy following a universal ventilator protocol.Work with new ventilator software and equipmentHigh quality respiratory care outside of the intensive care unit including respiratory assessments, secretion clearance, bronchodilator therapy, etc.Opportunities to join multidisciplinary committees & quality improvement projects.Preferred Minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital.Required Associates Degree in Science from an A.M.A approved school of Respiratory Care. R.R.T.Requires a Current /Valid Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist, RRT.New Graduates welcome to apply.EEO Statement Salem Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.

Under the direction of a qualified physician, performs assessments, administers prescribed diagnostic and therapeutic services to adult, pediatric and neonatal patients who require respiratory care according to established standards and practices.Qualifications Required Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types and ages. Must possess acute sensory skills as well as a high level of dexterity. Must have the ability to work as a productive team member, excellent communication skills.Preferred Minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital.Required Associates Degree in Science from an A.M.A approved school of Respiratory Care. R.R.T and CRTT.Requires a Current /Valid Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist, RRT.