Respiratory Therapist

United Health Services is seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our team in Johnson City, NY. This is a Benefits-Eligible position.

Potential for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000, depending on experience

May qualify for up to $20,000 in tuition forgiveness.

Potential for relocation assistance.

Shift: 7pm-7:30am
Hours per week: minimum 36 hours
Salary Range: $29.60-$44.40/hour

Join the United Health Services (UHS) Respiratory Therapy team that is leading the region in respiratory care and working for a system that empowers you to practice at the top of your license. Help to lead advancements that will improve the delivery of care and find limitless potential for personal and professional growth by ensuring RT services rendered are completed in a timely, accurate, and reliable manner. Those served include, inpatients, outpatients, UHS staff and employees, as well as affiliated UHSH community groups as needed.

At UHS, you will be supported, respected, and empowered to make the right decisions for our patients as part of a comprehensive team that is equally dedicated to patient care.

You will enjoy:

• State-of-the-art equipment and advanced respiratory service capabilities, such as diagnostic GT-guided bronchoscopy
• Working within a teaching facility that will allow you to train with respiratory therapists and continue to further your knowledge
• Ability to help develop and advance patient-driven protocols
• Opportunities to train, work, or support our teams in our Level III NICU, ICU, or CVICU

Respiratory Therapist Key Responsibilities and Expectations:

Essential Functions:
Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Administers respiratory therapy procedures as directed by the manager.
• Performs Therapist Driven Protocols as directed by policy (includes Patient Assessment).
• Performs Arterial Puncture and Analysis for the Blood Gas Laboratory.
• Verifies physician’s written orders performing pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Manages Mechanical Ventilation; both invasive and non-invasive.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education/Experience:

Minimum Required:

Graduation with an associate degree from an accredited School for Respiratory Therapy

Preferred:

One (1) year experience as a Respiratory Therapist

License/Certification:

Minimum Required:

New York State Respiratory Therapy Permit or License

CPR Certification

ACLS within 3 months of hire

Preferred:

Not Applicable

Follow the link to learn more https://www.nyuhscareers.org/RespiratoryTherapy

For additional information, contact the UHS Respiratory Therapy Recruiter, Conrad Romero, at conrad.romero@nyuhs.org

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients and your own.