SUMMARY As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, your knowledge, strong attention to detail, compassion, and analytical capabilities ensure meaningful, personalized care for each respiratory patient. STATUS: Per diem LOCATION: Unity Hospital - 1555 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 DEPARTMENT: Respiratory Therapy SCHEDULE: Night Shift, 12-hr. shifts 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. POSITION SUMMARY: Provide assessment, therapy, equipment, assistance, education, and problem resolution to all customers at Unity Health System during assigned shift in all aspects of respiratory care. Provide superior customer service by modeling the Brand Promise and Core Values. ATTRIBUTES Recent acute care experience preferred Excellent communication skills Exceptional customer service RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care. Review and evaluate history, physical exams, current vital signs, admission and current respiratory care orders for each patient; advise providers on appropriate respiratory care procedures and techniques Planning & Documentation. Initiate and update respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure; work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to implement the plan of care; monitor and document all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients; modify treatment techniques based on patient response Education & Communication. Provide and document patient education for therapeutic procedures performed; communicate information regarding patient's clinical status to appropriate members of healthcare team; participate in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students, and other allied health professionals REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: AAS in a health care-related field Required Licensure / Certification Skills: NYS License as a Respiratory Therapist (RT); NYS License as a Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) with NBRC active credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) RESPIRATORY THERAPY GRADUATES: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy. NYS License as a Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) and must obtain NBRC credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within one year of hire. Ability to communicate effectively. Demonstrate clinical excellence. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree preferred. Recent acute care experience preferred EDUCATION: AS LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of Professions, RTT - Respiratory Therapy Technician - NYS Office of Professions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $44.50 - $44.50 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14626 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.

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