About the Role

Mercy Medical Center, a leading acute care hospital in Western Massachusetts, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide clinical supervision and serve as a key liaison for the respiratory therapy department. The role involves overseeing operations, conducting quality audits, and participating in staff training and hiring.

Skills

Respiratory therapy Clinical supervision Quality audits Data collection Chart reviews Staff training BLS NRP ACLS NBRC certification

Full job details

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***

Position Purpose

Perform all duties associated with staff Respiratory Therapist

What you will do

Clinical and general supervision of respiratory therapy and BG Lab operations
Serves as the key liaison for the respiratory therapy department when manager is not present
Performs quality audits/data collection as assigned via different methods such as chart reviews, staff interviews
Participates in the hiring, orientation, and training of the department staff

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree
Current State of MA Respiratory Therapist License
Hospital experience preferred
NBRC certification as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) is required. Current BLS and NRP (or obtained within 90 days of hire date); ACLS recommended

Position Highlights and Benefits

32hr, four 8hr shifts per week 7-3 (full time).
Excellent Differentials
***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***
Excellent benefits starting day 1

Pay Range: $30-48/hr

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education, including CRT vs. RRT. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT