Respiratory Therapy Tech - Clifton Spring Hospital
Company: Rochester Regional Health
Location: Clifton Springs
Posted on: October 28, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Department: CSH Respiratory Therapy Location: Clifton Spring
Hospital Hours Per Week: 36 hours Schedule: Day and/or Night 12
hour shifts 7pm to 730am or 7am to 730pm with rotating weekend and
holiday Sign-On Bonus: up to $20,000 SUMMARY The Respiratory
Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform
cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy
treatment techniques, and provide education to the patient, family,
other team members, students, and the public. Each of the hospitals
of Rochester Regional Health provides a full range of diagnostic,
treatment and educational services to persons with disorders of the
cardiopulmonary system. Special emphasis placed on pulmonary health
promotion and disease prevention. RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews and
evaluates existing data in the patient record including patient
history, physical exam, current vital signs, admission and current
respiratory care orders for each patient assigned. Reviews and
evaluates other pertinent data, such as blood gas and other
laboratory results, hemodynamic monitoring, electrocardiogram, and
radiology study reports, specific to each patient assigned. Advises
providers on appropriate respiratory care procedure and techniques
for a given patient care situation. Selects, assembles, and checks
respiratory care equipment for proper function, operation, and
cleanliness. Recommends, conducts and documents prescribed
therapeutic procedure of all types, including medication
administration, airway care, bronchial hygiene, oxygen and aerosol
therapy, ventilator support, and monitoring and diagnostic
procedures. Monitors and documents all pertinent clinical
parameters and assessments on all assigned patients according to
departmental policies and procedures. Modifies treatment techniques
based on patient response. Provides and documents patient education
for therapeutic procedures performed. Initiates and updates
respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and
procedure as applicable. Works collaboratively with other members
of the health care team to implement the plan of care. Maintains
ACLS certification and initiates optimum emergency resuscitation
procedures. Communicates information regarding patient’s clinical
status to appropriate members of health care team according to
departmental policies and procedures. Participates in the
instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members,
students, and other allied health professionals in methods of
administration of respiratory care. Performs other duties as
assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICTIONS: Associate’s degree in Respiratory
Care or equivalent certificate. New York State Respiratory
Therapist (RT) license with current registration, including
credentials received prior to 9/1993. OR New York State Respiratory
Therapy Technician (RTT) license AND National Board for Respiratory
Care (NBRC) active credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
(CRT). ACLS certification (current) required within one year of
hire. EDUCATION: AS: Respiratory Therapy (Required) LICENSES /
CERTIFICATIONS: RTT - Respiratory Therapy Technician - New York
State Education Department (NYSED) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M -
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally,
and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than
negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;
Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease
specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements
of the department for further specifications on experience and
educational expectations, including continuing education
requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective
employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered
for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $36.05 - $47.38 CITY: Clifton
Springs POSTAL CODE: 14432 The listed base pay range is a good
faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful
full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible
for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors
including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal
equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee
and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for
accommodations.
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