Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Dept,

of Pediatrics #756

Req #: 0000213910

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $43.61 - $55.97 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Overview
Our pulmonary division at Newark Beth Israel is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) to join our outpatient pediatric pulmonary team. This role supports a diverse patient population, including ventilator-dependent children, pediatric asthma patients, and pediatric sleep medicine cases.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT)
• Current NJ respiratory license
• Pediatric experience and ventilator competency preferred (training available)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• 8:00-5:00
• Days
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services including performing pulmonary function tests for pediatric patients in an outpatient setting
• Manage and troubleshoot ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, and other respiratory support equipment.
• Work with DME companies in obtaining, tracking, and maintaining home respiratory equipment
• Assist with education and management of asthma, sleep disorder, and other pulmonology patients
• Become a certified Asthma Educator within 3 months of hiring
• Collaborate with pediatric pulmonologists, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver evidence-based care
• Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, respiratory health, and home management strategies

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer