Registered Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care

SUMMARY

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, your knowledge, strong attention to detail, compassion, and analytical capabilities ensure meaningful, personalized care for each respiratory patient.

STATUS: Part-time             

LOCATION: St. Mary's Campus - 55 Genesee St, Rochester, NY 14611       

DEPARTMENT: Respiratory Therapy

SCHEDULE: Days, 12-hr. shifts; 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; weekend rotation requirement every 3rd weekend for day or night shift       

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide assessment, therapy, equipment, assistance, education, and problem resolution to all customers at Unity Health System during assigned shift in all aspects of respiratory care. Provide superior customer service by modeling the Brand Promise and Core Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Review and evaluate history, physical exams, current vital signs, admission and current respiratory care orders for each patient; advise providers on appropriate respiratory care procedures and techniques
• Planning & Documentation. Initiate and update respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure; work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to implement the plan of care; monitor and document all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients; modify treatment techniques based on patient response
• Education & Communication. Provide and document patient education for therapeutic procedures performed; communicate information regarding patient's clinical status to appropriate members of healthcare team; participate in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students and other allied health professionals

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AAS in a health care-related field
• Required Licensure / Certification Skills: NYS License as a Respiratory Therapist (RT). OR NYS License as a Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) with NBRC active credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).RESPIRATORY THERAPY GRADUATES: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy. NYS License as a Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) and must obtain NBRC credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within one year of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate clinical excellence.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent acute care experience preferred
  
  

EDUCATION:

AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of Professions, RTT - Respiratory Therapy Technician - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$38.77 - $50.33Rochester14611

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.