What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist / RT position at Pascack Valley Medical Center?
Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, Cardiac Rehab Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Westwood, NJ.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.
Responsibilities
To administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy, as well as becoming involved with consultations involving types of therapy administered, maintaining equipment, enforcing safety standards, and keeping departmental records.
Qualifications
Job Responsibilities:
- Associate degree from an approved NBRC Program.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
OR- ACLS required from an Accredited Institution by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State of New Jersey.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- One to two years of experience in all forms of Respiratory Therapy.
Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.