CHMC - Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist | Full-Time Night Shift | 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM

Requisition: 6734
Pay Range: $40.44 – $48.57 / hour*
Sign-On Bonus: Low-commitment bonus available!

Role Overview

Join our dedicated pulmonology team at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center. Whether you are an experienced professional or a new grad, you will perform all facets of respiratory care in a nurturing environment. Our affiliation with Crouse Health allows you to provide specialized care while "Keeping Healthcare Local™."

Premium Benefits

We take care of the caretaker with a top-tier package:

• Employer-Paid Healthcare: Health insurance premiums are 100% employer-paid for you and your family.
• Zero-Cost Provider Visits: System provider consultations at no additional charge (outside of standard insurance billing).
• Generous Time Off: Up to 200 hours of PTO, plus paid holidays, floating holidays, and bonus days.
• Retirement: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan.

Shift Differentials

• Evening (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM): Additional $5.00/hour (min. 4 hours worked).
• Night (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM): Additional $6.00/hour (min. 4 hours worked).

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Oxygen/aerosol therapy, ABG sampling, ventilation, airway maintenance, and oximetry studies.
• Diagnostics: Perform pulmonary function testing and stock rounds.
• Patient Education: Utilize the Lung Navigator to educate outpatients and families; provide detailed discharge instructions.
• Maintenance: Ensure proper cleaning/disinfecting of equipment and complete necessary clerical work.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current NYS Licensed Respiratory Therapist.
• Credentials: NBRC Credentialed (CRTT or RRT) and current BLS certification required.
• Expertise: Advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology across all age ranges, from infant to geriatric.

• The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans are encouraged to apply.