Associate Respiratory Therapist - L I
DepartmentRESPIRATORY THERAPY
Location
Brooklyn
Job ID123741
Civil Service ClassificationNon Competitive
Hire In Rate$115,919.00 (for employees new to HHC)
Salary Range$115,919.00 - $115,919.00
Pay FrequencyYear
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Regular ShiftDay
About NYC Health + Hospitals
Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at various convenient locations.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high-quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION
To provide clinical Respiratory Care support for various respiratory illnesses and respond to in a timely manner as needed throughout the facility.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
All Inpatient Care Units, Pulmonary Function Testing clinic/lab and Emergency Department.
Duties & Responsibilities
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responds to all Cardiorespiratory emergencies, rapid response request as assigned and provides respiratory care as needed.
2. Handles, administers, and monitors medical gases (E,H cylinders) including Heliox mixtures.
3. Administers aerosolized medications (bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory, mucolytic agents and antibiotics), evaluates the response and documents results.
4. Initiates invasive and non-invasive ventilation, monitors, adjust parameters and alarms.
5. Obtains written order for all therapies, invasive procedures, and changes that are initiated.
6. Demonstrates proficiency in obtaining arterial blood gases for analysis.
7. Performs limited bedside PFTs.
8. Perform airway clearance utilizing-CPT and other devices (In/Exsufflator PEP device etc).
9. Participates in transporting mechanically ventilated patients as well as non-invasive patients.
10. Performs artificial airway maintenance including suctioning and ET tape changes.
11. Completes required documentation in hospital EMR and department records.
12. Familiar with the use of MS Word and Excel.
13. Performs cleaning, hi-level disinfecting, setup testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of patient care equipment.
14. Provides clinical and limited administrative supervision of other RTs as outlined by the department.
15. Ability to effectively participate in verbal and written interdisciplinary communication of patient plan of care.
16. Coverage on weekend and holidays
Responsible for communicating End-of tour bedside handoff report to oncoming staff.
17. Provides education to patients/family/SO about their therapeutic and preventative therapies.
18. Communicates any unusual and/or hi-risk situations to the department supervisory staff on duty. (and ADN on holidays and weekends).
Minimum Qualifications
1. Graduation from an Associate Degree program in Respiratory Therapy approved by the New York State Board of Education or a program determined equivalent in accordance with the Commissioner of the State Board of Education's regulations; and,
2. Possession of a current license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of New York; and,
3. Possession of current registration as a Respiratory Therapist issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Special Notes:
Individuals providing respiratory therapy services in New York on or after January 1, 1994 who believe they will meet, and submit documented evidence from the State Education Department, Division of Professional Licensing Services, of receipt of an application for licensure under the so-called grandparenting provisions of the new licensing law may continue to practice until either December 31, 1994 or receiving notice from the State Education Department of denial of licensure, whichever occurs first.
At the time of appointment, and to maintain the position of Associate Respiratory Therapist, individuals must meet and maintain the licensure requirements set forth by the New York State Education Department covering the practice of respiratory therapy.
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position,
DepartmentRESPIRATORY THERAPY
Location
Brooklyn
Job ID123741
Civil Service ClassificationNon Competitive
Hire In Rate$115,919.00 (for employees new to HHC)
Salary Range$115,919.00 - $115,919.00
Pay FrequencyYear
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Regular ShiftDay
About NYC Health + Hospitals
Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at various convenient locations.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high-quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION
To provide clinical Respiratory Care support for various respiratory illnesses and respond to in a timely manner as needed throughout the facility.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
All Inpatient Care Units, Pulmonary Function Testing clinic/lab and Emergency Department.
Duties & Responsibilities
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responds to all Cardiorespiratory emergencies, rapid response request as assigned and provides respiratory care as needed.
2. Handles, administers, and monitors medical gases (E,H cylinders) including Heliox mixtures.
3. Administers aerosolized medications (bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory, mucolytic agents and antibiotics), evaluates the response and documents results.
4. Initiates invasive and non-invasive ventilation, monitors, adjust parameters and alarms.
5. Obtains written order for all therapies, invasive procedures, and changes that are initiated.
6. Demonstrates proficiency in obtaining arterial blood gases for analysis.
7. Performs limited bedside PFTs.
8. Perform airway clearance utilizing-CPT and other devices (In/Exsufflator PEP device etc).
9. Participates in transporting mechanically ventilated patients as well as non-invasive patients.
10. Performs artificial airway maintenance including suctioning and ET tape changes.
11. Completes required documentation in hospital EMR and department records.
12. Familiar with the use of MS Word and Excel.
13. Performs cleaning, hi-level disinfecting, setup testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of patient care equipment.
14. Provides clinical and limited administrative supervision of other RTs as outlined by the department.
15. Ability to effectively participate in verbal and written interdisciplinary communication of patient plan of care.
16. Coverage on weekend and holidays
Responsible for communicating End-of tour bedside handoff report to oncoming staff.
17. Provides education to patients/family/SO about their therapeutic and preventative therapies.
18. Communicates any unusual and/or hi-risk situations to the department supervisory staff on duty. (and ADN on holidays and weekends).
Minimum Qualifications
1. Graduation from an Associate Degree program in Respiratory Therapy approved by the New York State Board of Education or a program determined equivalent in accordance with the Commissioner of the State Board of Education's regulations; and,
2. Possession of a current license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of New York; and,
3. Possession of current registration as a Respiratory Therapist issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Special Notes:
Individuals providing respiratory therapy services in New York on or after January 1, 1994 who believe they will meet, and submit documented evidence from the State Education Department, Division of Professional Licensing Services, of receipt of an application for licensure under the so-called grandparenting provisions of the new licensing law may continue to practice until either December 31, 1994 or receiving notice from the State Education Department of denial of licensure, whichever occurs first.
At the time of appointment, and to maintain the position of Associate Respiratory Therapist, individuals must meet and maintain the licensure requirements set forth by the New York State Education Department covering the practice of respiratory therapy.
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position,
Job ID: 485134055
Originally Posted on: 7/14/2025
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