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Lead Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift) at Mercy Hospital at Catholic Health Services of Long Island | LAYIQ

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Requirements:

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Science. Graduate Degree preferred
Must have a New York State Respiratory Therapist License
Must be currently active and registered with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Five years of clinical experience in both adult critical and neonatal / pediatric care settings.
Working knowledge of pulmonary diagnostic equipment, therapeutic respiratory equipment, and PC computer
BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
Specialty Credentials, one or more of the following preferred: Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS)
Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS)
Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C)
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)

Responsibilities:

Administer advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and provide mechanical ventilation for adults, children, and infants
Use invasive and noninvasive technology to assist with the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary disorders
Sample (arterial puncture) and analyze arterial blood gas Sample (arterial puncture) and analyze arterial blood gases
Inspect, operate, maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment (oxygen equipment, Cpap, ventilators, blood gas analyzers) and other life support systems
Maintain Intubation competency (5 per year)
Insertion of radial arterial catheters (5 per year)
Assessment /Administration of medical gases and aerosolized medications
Follow weaning protocols in Critical Care areas
Maintain 10 CEU's / year or 30 per NYS renewal
Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned by department director
Participate in staff development and continuing education activities as assigned by department director
Participate in departmental level coordination activities as assigned by department director
Our Benefits Include: Medical Coverage
Prescription Drug Coverage
Tuition Assistance
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Comprehensive Insurance
Company-Provided Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

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The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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Lead Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift) at Mercy Hospital

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