Facility: Samaritan Medical Center Location: 830 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601 Job Title: Respiratory Therapist (Allied) Department: SAM - Respiratory Therapy Type: Permanent, Full-Time Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, every other weekend Annual Salary: $72,758.40 - $89,752.00 About the Role Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional respiratory care and enhancing the quality of life for our patients. Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct polysomnography testing under the Medical Director's guidance, including:
- Routine nocturnal polysomnography
- Daytime polysomnography
- Multiple sleep latency testing
- Maintain patient files (paper and electronic) and ensure accurate data entry in patient records and billing systems.
- Apply age-specific care principles to meet each patient's unique needs.
- Assist with EEG patient testing as needed.
Requirements:
- Current BLS certification
- NYS license as RT or RTT (required for oxygen, CPAP, or bi-level titrations)
- Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience
Benefits & Incentives:
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (with 2-year work commitment)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Full benefits eligibility starting 1st of the month after 30 days of employment
- 24 days of PTO in the first year
- Long-term disability and life insurance options