Position Purpose
Perform all duties associated with staff Respiratory Therapist
What you will do
- Clinical and general supervision of respiratory therapy and BG Lab operations
- Serves as the key liaison for the respiratory therapy department when manager is not present
- Performs quality audits / data collection as assigned via different methods such as chart reviews, staff interviews
- Participates in the hiring, orientation, and training of the department staff
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's DegreeCurrent State of MA Respiratory Therapist LicenseMinimum of three (3) years of experience in respiratory care and two (2) + years in critical care. Requires one (1) + years of previous and progressively more responsible experience in a lead or supervisory roleNBRC certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required. Current BLS and NRP (or obtained within 90 days of hire date); ACLS recommendedPosition Highlights and Benefits
36hr, three 12hr shifts per week 7p-7a (full time). Shift, Weekend and Holiday differentials applySIGN ON BONUS up to $15,000 for new ColleagueExcellent benefits starting day 1Ministry / Facility Information
Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs