Respiratory Therapist - 1199SEIU Employment Center

Respiratory Therapists provide care for patients with breathing difficulties, ranging from chronic respiratory diseases like asthma to emergency situations like heart attacks. They work with patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly, to restore pulmonary function and support life through respiratory therapy.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in applied science or Respiratory Therapy
• Current NYS Respiratory Therapist License
• Current BCLS required, ACLS preferred
• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program and passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) examination and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) examination
• NYFD G-71 certificate preferred

Schedule

• All positions are in hospitals and nursing homes. These facilities are open 24 hours/7 days each week.
• General shift availability:
  • Days (7a-3p or 8a-4p)
  • Evenings (3p-11p or 4p-12a)
  • Nights (11p-7a or 12a-8a)
• Weekend work: Every other weekend is required for all positions.

COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Most positions include a comprehensive Union benefits package and competitive salaries.