Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

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Job Summary

Job Description Summary

Come join a dynamic, fun and highly skilled Respiratory Therapy Team!

Some of the benefits of working at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital include:

No call requirements

Higher compensation rates

Great team culture

Autonomy in practice through advanced respiratory care and treat protocols

Qualifications

Education
Associate's degree Respiratory Therapy required, and bachelor's degree Respiratory Therapy preferred

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred Registered Respiratory Therapist [RRT] - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred Neonatal Resuscitation Certification [NRP] - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred

Respiratory Therapist New Hampshire - NH Board of Respiratory Care preferred Respiratory Care Practitioner [State License]

Experience
Respiratory Care 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to be a subject matter expert in the area of Respiratory Therapy and be able to communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare disciplines.
- Ability to assess quickly and offer professional judgment to prepare appropriate care plan and makes specific recommendations to physician for indicated therapy.
- Strong communication Skills.
- Ability to walk distances and push medical equipment weighing less than 100 pounds.
- May also be required to stand immobile for long periods of time.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

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