Senior Respiratory Therapist

Role Overview

• Reviews patient records and clinical data to develop and update individualized respiratory care plans; advises providers on appropriate respiratory interventions.
• Administers and documents a wide range of respiratory therapies including medication delivery, airway management, oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and diagnostic testing.
• Prepares, checks, and maintains respiratory equipment; monitors clinical parameters and adjusts treatment based on patient response.
• Works closely with the healthcare team to coordinate care, communicates patient status, and provides education to patients and families.
• Senior therapists lead shifts, mentor new staff, participate in education and quality initiatives, and support operations in inpatient or outpatient settings.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate
• 2 years previous full time critical care experience in respiratory care is required; part time and per diem experience will be pro-rated to determine eligibility.
• New York State Respiratory Therapist license with current registration
• Current NBRC RRT credential is required for all Respiratory Therapist entering the field after 9/1993
• ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire
• Respiratory therapists employed in non-acute (pulmonary or Long Term Care) areas are excluded from the ACLS requirement