Registered Respiratory Therapist (On-Call, 7 On / 7 Off, Salaried)

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (On-Call, 7 On / 7 Off, Salaried)

Location: Berlin, NH
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor of Cardiopulmonary Services
Job Type: Salaried, On-Call
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off (On-Call Only)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our team in an on-call capacity. This unique position follows a 7 on / 7 off rotation, providing flexibility and work-life balance. The RRT will be on-call only during their 7-day work period and is compensated on a salary basis, regardless of hours worked.

The therapist will be responsible for delivering high-quality respiratory care services to patients as needed during on-call shifts. Candidates must be confident working independently and able to respond promptly to urgent patient needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to on-call alerts and provide respiratory therapy services as required.

• Administer and monitor oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, ventilator support, and other respiratory modalities.

• Evaluate patient conditions and recommend appropriate respiratory interventions.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory policies at all times.

Qualifications:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care).

• Active NH state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.

• BLS and ACLS certification required; PALS and/or NRP preferred.

• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical respiratory experience preferred.

• Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively while on call.

• Reliable transportation and ability to respond within 30 minutes when on-call.

• Completion and maintenance of all assigned clinical competencies as defined by the Respiratory Therapy Department and facility policy.

• Demonstrated ability to provide safe, effective, and age-appropriate care.

• Competence in ventilator management, airway clearance techniques, and emergency response procedures (including code blue).

• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting a wide range of respiratory equipment.

• Competency checks will be conducted upon hire and at regular intervals, including but not limited to:

  • ABG sampling and analysis

  • Non-invasive and invasive ventilation

  • CPAP/BiPAP setup and management

  • Oxygen therapy systems

  • Emergency airway management support

  • Infection control procedures

• Participation in continuing education and department training sessions is expected to maintain clinical readiness.