Entry-Level Respiratory Therapist - Patient-Centered Care

Yale New Haven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health's Bridgeport Hospital seeks an entry-level Respiratory Therapist I to perform clinical respiratory care, document care in EMR, and collaborate with the care team to ensure patient-centered treatment. The role emphasizes professional development and safe, effective patient management.

The position requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program with CT licensure and NBRC eligibility; a BS degree is preferred. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program with active CT license.
• NBRC registry eligibility is required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical application of respiratory care for age-specific patients.
• Documentation of services in EMR and accurate patient identification.
• Collaborate and communicate with care team; provide patient status reports.
• Support professional development and potential charge therapy duties on request.

Skills

Equipment operation

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Basic computer literacy

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

CT Licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC Registry Eligibility

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Yale New Haven Health's Bridgeport Hospital seeks an entry-level Respiratory Therapist I to perform clinical respiratory care, document care in EMR, and collaborate with the care team to ensure patient-centered treatment. The role emphasizes professional development and safe, effective patient management.

The position requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care program with CT licensure and NBRC eligibility; a BS degree is preferred. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.