Entry-Level Respiratory Therapist – Grow, Collaborate, Care

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist I in New Haven, Connecticut. This entry-level position requires a graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care program and a current Connecticut license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The Therapist I will provide clinical activities in patient assessment and treatment, document care, and collaborate with medical teams.

The ideal candidate is committed to professional development and possesses strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Current active license by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• NBRC Certification through completion of TMC examination or its predecessor.
• Entry level position for new grads or those with limited experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide optimum age-specific respiratory care through assessment and treatment.
• Document patient care accurately in electronic medical records.
• Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team and communicate patient status.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduation from an accredited program of Respiratory Care

Bachelor of Science Degree (preferred)

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist I in New Haven, Connecticut. This entry-level position requires a graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care program and a current Connecticut license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The Therapist I will provide clinical activities in patient assessment and treatment, document care, and collaborate with medical teams.

The ideal candidate is committed to professional development and possesses strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.