Impactful Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Growth

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Danbury; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health’s Respiratory Care team in Danbury is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to deliver direct patient care, breathing support, and personalized care plans that advance independence and recovery. You’ll work with cutting-edge equipment, guided by a supportive team, and benefit from comprehensive programs that start day one.

Qualified candidates hold a state license in Respiratory Therapy, CPR, ACLS preferred, and have hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care to patients needing medical gas, breathing therapy, and medications.
• Supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, and creating personalized care plans.
• Dedicating time to understand patients' physical, mental, and emotional needs for recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

CPR certification

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Education

State License in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

ACLS certification

Job description

Encompass Health’s Respiratory Care team in Danbury is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to deliver direct patient care, breathing support, and personalized care plans that advance independence and recovery. You’ll work with cutting-edge equipment, guided by a supportive team, and benefit from comprehensive programs that start day one.

Qualified candidates hold a state license in Respiratory Therapy, CPR, ACLS preferred, and have hospital experience.