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Respiratory Therapist
Boston, MA
Respiratory Therapist – NICU/Special Care Nursery – Night Shift
Position Overview
The facility seeks a Respiratory Therapist for its NICU and Special Care Nursery. You'll work nights in a birthing hospital setting, providing respiratory care to neonatal and special care patients in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and the broader healthcare team.
Shift & Schedule
- 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- 36 hours per week
- Rotating weekend coverage: every third weekend
- 13-week contract
- 72 guaranteed hours biweekly
Clinical Scope
- Perform and interpret respiratory assessments and procedures
- Manage artificial airways and mechanical ventilation
- Administer aerosolized medications and oxygen therapy
- Administer respiratory care protocols autonomously
- Work primarily in Level 2 and 3 NICU/Special Care Nursery environments
- Delivery room experience preferred
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Current RRT certification (NBRC verified)
- BLS and NRP certification (CPR-AHA required)
- Minimum 2 years related respiratory therapy experience
- NICU experience required (some pediatric experience acceptable if NICU background is strong)
Important Notes
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
- No float requirement
- Orientation occurs weekly (Mondays, excluding holidays)
- Start date: ASAP or 4 weeks out for compliance
- Candidates who worked at this facility within the past 6 months are not eligible