Employment Type:* Full time *Shift:* Day Shift *Description:* *Respiratory Therapist - St. Peter's Hospital* *Full-Time: 12 Hour Day Shift* If you are looking for a full-time days Respiratory Therapist position to meet your schedule, this could be your opportunity. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. *Position Highlights:* * Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge * Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development * Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules *What you will do:* As an RT you will work at assessing, treating and caring for patients of all ages who suffer from pulmonary (breathing) disorders. In addition to analyzing and performing diagnostic testing, respiratory therapists perform relevant exams as well as set up and utilize cardiopulmonary equipment and machines needed to assist or monitor the patients breathing *Responsibilities:* * Gather data to be able to accurately assess a patient's current health status * Assess the patient according to the patient's physical or age related needs * Observe, record and report symptoms, reactions and progress of patients * Administer and record prescribed medications, treatments and diagnostic procedures * Responsible for airway management including performing endotracheal intubations and extubations, pulmonary hygiene, and tracheostomy care and emergency life support procedures * Provides extensive health education to patients and to the general population through community services *What you will need:* * Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy * Current NY State RT License *Pay Range:* $34.Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.