Respiratory Therapist (School-based)

An education network in Westchester County is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join their growing team at a school in Yonkers. About the Opportunity: Start Date: ASAP Assignment Length: Ongoing (Contract to Hire) Schedule: 3 days / 12 hours Hours: 7 to 7:30 (day and night shifts available) Patient Population: Elementary - High School Students Responsibilities: Treat every resident, family member, and co-worker with dignity, respect, and courtesy Perform assessments and therapeutic modalities for infants, children, and adolescents as ordered or directed by physicians or nurse practitioners of the Center Administer nebulized treatments, chest physiotherapy, and oxygen therapy delivery in various modalities, bag/mask ventilation, and other accepted treatments to maintain a patent airway Monitor residents on various oxygen support systems Administer techniques to induce sputum Support criteria(s) set for appropriate resident care and respiratory care services Recognize medical problems documents/ reports it to the Charge Nurse, Physician, and Nurse Practitioner in a timely manner Set up, stock, and remove equipment, supplies; ensure equipment is functioning properly and is cleaned and stored appropriately Qualifications: Associate Degree from an AMA accredited school for Respiratory Care or equivalent Current New York State Respiratory Therapist license BLS certification Registered by National Board for Respiratory Care. Desired Skills: 1+ year of Acute or Long-Term Care, specifically with Pediatrics Experience working with multiple handicapped and/or medically involved children