Registered Respiratory Therapist, Berkshire Health Systems

Essential Job Functions

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist will:

• Work with the ICU/CCU/ED/MED/SURG personnel to provide responsive, state-of-the-art respiratory care.
• Work with the same personnel in the development and implementation of patient-centered care.
• Work in a cooperative and supportive manner with physicians, staff, and directors of the ICU/CCU/ED/MED/SURG units and respiratory therapy to achieve that goal.

Qualifications

Experience

• Six months of staff therapist experience preferred but not required.

Education and Training

• Graduate of AMA-approved program of respiratory therapy at the registry level.
• On a yearly basis, meet all hospital mandatory education requirements.

License, Certification, and Registration

• NBRC-RRT- National Board Respiratory Care RRT
• MARTL – MA Respiratory Therapist License
• CPR

Skills

Other Requirements

• Highly effective and positive interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective problem-solving and team-building skills, willingness to participate in the education process both as a student and provider of education.
• Ability to vary shift hours and days to meet schedule needs.

2025-0073

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