Respiratory Therapist
Archcare - New York City, NY
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ArchCare Program: Mother Cabrini atTCCLocation: HarlemOverview:ArchCarecares for people of"¯all"¯ages and faiths where they are most comfortable and best able to receive it -"¯at home, in the community and in nursing homes. As the Continuing Care Community of the Archdiocese of New York, we see enhancing the lives of our elders and others who need extra help to stay healthy and live life to its fullest as more than just a job."¯To us,it’sa privilege and our calling.Benefits/Perks:Includesaccruedvacation days, sick days, and holidays.Participation in 403 (b)Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Pet InsuranceDiscounted memberships: Plum Benefits, NYSC GymPay for work-related eligible commuter expenses with pre-taxdollarsResponsibilities:Responsible for the rendering of respiratory care and associated diagnostic services ordered by and in collaboration with physicians and other members of the healthcareteam.Must be able toestablishand maintain a patent airway in residents/patientsexhibitingrespiratory difficulty.Makes routine rounds toascertainthe comfort andwell-beingof residents/patients receiving respiratory care.Responds promptly to all unit calls requesting respiratory care services.Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as, usage ofmonitoringdevices, performing bedside pulmonary function studies, setting up various respiratory equipment and ventilators, tracheotomy care, etc.Documents appropriately in medical record, and on various departmental forms asrequired.Assembles, cleans, and disinfects respiratory care equipment used to perform his/her duties.Salary: $46.0455 per hourQualifications:NBRC Registered FDNY G-17 Bulk Medical Gas Certificate of FitnessEducation:AAS Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Created: 2024-09-07