Respiratory Therapist (M/W) - SEIU - Night Shift - 36 Hours per Week

Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, 585 Lebanon Street, Melrose, Massachusetts, United States. Full-time onsite role with night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.; every other Saturday and Sunday weekend shifts are required.

Salary: $35.72–$44.41 per hour, plus shift differentials.

Company

hirify.global provides hospital, urgent care, outpatient, and community healthcare services through Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and other locations.

What you will do

• Assess and deliver therapeutic and diagnostic pulmonary care to patients of all ages across inpatient, outpatient, sub-acute, and special care nursery settings.
• Administer ventilator care, aerosol therapy, medical gas therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, suctioning, oxygen therapy, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Operate and maintain blood gas machines, draw and analyze samples, and perform oximetry while identifying inaccurate results.
• Develop care plans, establish measurement goals, assess discharge needs, and provide patient and family education.
• Document procedures and therapies accurately in medical records and department forms.
• Communicate treatment recommendations and patient information effectively to physicians, nurses, families, and other staff.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Massachusetts respiratory care license required.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• At least two years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to assess patient status, develop treatment plans, and communicate effectively with professional staff and patients.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.

Culture & Benefits

• Care is delivered through a community-focused healthcare system serving the north suburban Boston area.
• Clinical mobility tracks support career growth.
• Free on-campus parking is available.
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive total rewards package support health, financial security, and career development.
• The role requires flexibility to rotate across day, evening, and night tours of duty and to cross-train within the department.