Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Department: Respiratory and Sleep Services
Location: St. Lawrence Health Canton-Potsdam Hospital, 50 Leroy St, Potsdam NY 13676
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Schedule: 7 am- 7 pm; Every Other weekend rotation; No on call

SUMMARY:

Assists the Director of Respiratory Services and other hospital personnel in assuring continuity of quality respiratory care. The therapist is called on to use their knowledge to assess patients and assists in developing appropriate care plans. Respiratory staff will address adverse reactions to therapy or medications. Staff will address all patient respiratory needs including respiratory distress or failure and utilize skills, initiative and independent judgement to assist in critical situations. Authorized to accept verbal and telephone orders from physicians for respiratory care. Responsible to assure that quality respiratory care is delivered to all patients as per orders and/or schedule. Staff performs all aspects of Respiratory Care in accordance to department policies and procedures. Respiratory staff may be required to go on patient transports, in house, as well as, to other facilities. Staff may plan and provide Respiratory Care in-service programs to hospital staff as needed. Staff must be flexible with their schedule and may be required to work variable shifts, weekends and holidays. Respiratory staff adheres to the professional standards of the National Board for Respiratory Care, the New York State Education Department, and Canton Potsdam Hospital.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Planning: Partners with the Respiratory Director to align operational goals with organizational strategic plans by maintaining awareness of internal and external factors impacting success.

• Operational Performance: Supports development and monitoring of operational objectives and metrics, communicates performance outcomes, and identifies improvement opportunities.

• Quality & Safety Improvement: Implements evidence-based quality indicators, continuous improvement processes, and safety risk mitigation strategies; provides training on quality methodologies and goals.

• Financial & Resource Management: Assists in managing operations to meet financial standards, reduce waste, and ensure safety and efficiency using IT systems and interdepartmental collaboration.

• Customer Service Excellence: Delivers exceptional service by prioritizing the needs of patients, physicians, and staff in all operational decisions and initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of American Medical Association approved two year Respiratory school or equivalent.

• Current NYS Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Technician license from NYS Department of Education.

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care or equivalent.

• Current AHA BLS certification at hire.

• AHA ACLS, PALS and NRP must be obtained within 3 months of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor degree in Respiratory Care, RPFT qualification, CCRP certification

• Clinical experience in general respiratory therapies, critical and emergent respiratory therapies as one would receive in an approved two year school or equivalent.

UNION:

1199-721 SEIU (CPH) LPN & Technical

Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$36.85 - $54.67

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.