Evening Respiratory Therapist - Patient-Centered Care

Yale NewHaven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, seeks an entry-level Respiratory Therapist I to provide age-specific respiratory care and support for the patient care team. The role emphasizes accurate assessment, documentation, and collaboration within a dynamic clinical environment.

The position requires graduation from an accredited respiratory care program, CT licensing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, and NBRC eligibility. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited program of Respiratory Care.
• Current active Connecticut license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC Registry eligibility.
• Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical application of respiratory care, assessing pulmonary status and interpreting data.
• Documentation of services in the EMR with accurate patient identification.
• Collaborating and communicating with the care team to ensure quality patient care.
• Serving as a resource to the care team and pursuing ongoing professional development.

Skills

Equipment operation

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Stress tolerance

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Respiratory Care program

NBRC eligibility

BS degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, seeks an entry-level Respiratory Therapist I to provide age-specific respiratory care and support for the patient care team. The role emphasizes accurate assessment, documentation, and collaboration within a dynamic clinical environment.

The position requires graduation from an accredited respiratory care program, CT licensing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, and NBRC eligibility. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.