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Job Description
As a Respiratory Therapist at Tufts Medical Center, you'll provide essential respiratory care to patients of all ages with cardiopulmonary dysfunctions. This role involves administering therapies, managing ventilators, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities
Initiates patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
Administers respiratory therapy treatments including oxygen delivery and mechanical ventilator management
Monitors effectiveness of therapy using various techniques
Documents therapy, patient assessment, and interventions
Assists in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation as part of Code Team
Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program
Licensed by the state of Massachusetts to provide respiratory care
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
One (1) year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program
Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist