About the role#
Baystate Health is hiring a Respiratory Therapist (Limited License Student) to join the Respiratory Care team at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. This is a per diem role with flexible scheduling based on department needs. You will provide clinical care to a diverse patient population, ranging from infants to adults, while working alongside nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff.
What you'll do#
- Perform respiratory care procedures for patients across all age groups.
- Operate, maintain, and monitor specialized respiratory equipment.
- Collect arterial blood gas samples and perform EKG tracings.
- Assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other emergency responses.
- Document patient assessments, therapies, and orders in an accurate and timely manner.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma.
- Current Massachusetts Limited License in Respiratory Care.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist credential from The National Board for Respiratory Care.
Location & details#
- Location: Springfield, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Per diem, non-exempt.
- Pay range: $21.95 to $29.82 per hour.
About Baystate Health
Baystate Health operates as a nonprofit healthcare organization based in Springfield, Massachusetts. Founded in 1873, the system functions as the largest provider of medical services in the western part of the state. It maintains five hospitals with a combined capacity of over 980 beds. The organization employs nearly 13,000 people and serves as a regional campus for the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School.
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