Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health

2 days ago

New Jersey$43.65/hrPer Diem / PRNRespiratory Therapy

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Registered Respiratory Therapist – Per Diem, $90,792/year in United States. Overview Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: 1.

Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of all patients with pulmonary disorders in both critical and non-critical areas pursuant to a prescription of a licensed physician.

Performs cardiopulmonary evaluation, monitoring, respiratory therapy treatment techniques, respiratory procedures and patients and family education.

Requirements

-, pushes and pulls a minimum of 165 lbs.

and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center`s Organizational competencies.

Performs other work as requested by the Director or his/her designee.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $90,792/year

Work Schedule

Per Diem position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Registered Respiratory Therapist – Per Diem, $90,792/year.

Key Skills

Cardiopulmonary EvaluationMechanical Ventilation SupportArtificial Airway CareBronchopulmonary HygienePharmacologic Agents AdministrationCardiopulmonary RehabilitationDiagnostic TestsData InterpretationInvasive Equipment OperationNon-Invasive Equipment OperationLife Support Systems ManagementBlood Gas AnalysisInfection Control ProtocolsElectronic Medical Record (EPIC)Patient Education

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Per Diem at Hackensack Meridian Health a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Respiratory Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Respiratory Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Respiratory Therapy position at Hackensack Meridian Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

This position also offers production-based compensation: $44 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in New Jersey.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Cardiopulmonary Evaluation, Mechanical Ventilation Support, Artificial Airway Care, Bronchopulmonary Hygiene, Pharmacologic Agents Administration, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Tests, Data Interpretation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Respiratory Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Registered Respiratory Therapist administers all aspects of Respiratory Care Therapy and supportive equipment under supervision, assisting in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders in critical and non-critical areas. Responsibilities include performing card...

Benefits package: Health, dental, vision insurance, Paid leave, Tuition reimbursement, Retirement benefits. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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