Position Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Ithaca, NY 14850
Shift Type: Night Shift
Type: Contract
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a dedicated healthcare team in Ithaca, NY. This night shift role involves providing advanced respiratory care for patients across all age groups—from neonates to adults—in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy services to neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients
Administer high-flow oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and non-invasive ventilation
Perform arterial punctures and analyze arterial blood gases
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement and follow respiratory care protocols
Exercise strong clinical judgment and critical thinking in acute and emergency scenarios
Accurately document treatments, assessments, and patient responses in the EMR
Participate in weekend coverage (2–3 weekend nights per month)
Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
Proven proficiency in ventilator management and critical care respiratory practices
Excellent communication, clinical assessment, and decision-making skills
Active New York State RRT License
BLS (Basic Life Support) – Required
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – Required
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Preferred