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Respiratory Therapist
Boston, MA
Respiratory Therapist – Critical Care
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join a high-acuity critical care team. You'll provide direct patient care in a fast-paced environment managing critically ill patients requiring advanced ventilator support and respiratory interventions.
Shift & Schedule
- 12-hour night shifts: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Every other weekend
- Every other holiday
- 13-week contract
Clinical Responsibilities
- Manage ventilator care for post-operative and critically ill patients in medical and surgical intensive care settings
- Apply lung-protective ventilation strategies based on patient assessment and laboratory findings
- Participate as an active member of the Code Blue response team
- Make independent ventilator adjustments and clinical decisions in collaboration with the care team
- Potential NICU experience preferred
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years recent experience in critical care (MICU and SICU)
- RRT certification
- Massachusetts Respiratory Care license
- BLS certification
- Ability to assess patients and respond to acute respiratory changes
Preferred Certifications
- NPS (Neonatal Pediatric Specialty) or ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialty)
- Level III NICU experience
- Familiarity with advanced ventilator systems
What We're Looking For
Strong clinical judgment, collaborative attitude, and the ability to thrive in a demanding critical care environment.