Lead Respiratory Therapist

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare network as a Lead Respiratory Therapist, where your expertise will directly impact patient care. This role requires advanced skills in respiratory therapy, with responsibilities including administering treatments, developing care plans, and providing clinical leadership. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality service in a supportive environment. With opportunities for growth and a focus on community education, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a dynamic healthcare setting. Every moment matters, and this is your chance to make a difference.

Benefits

Competitive benefits program

Opportunities for growth

Innovative technologies

Work/life balance support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an AMA-approved Respiratory program required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an RRT with advanced knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Administers pharmacologic and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care.
• Develops and implements care plans based on patient assessments.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Clinical Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Program

Master's Degree

Tools

ACLS Certification

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Start here and work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, serving as a regional healthcare resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians who utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe, and comfortable patient environment.

Job Summary

The Lead Respiratory Therapist performs at the level of a highly competent advanced practitioner of respiratory care. Therapists promoted to this level function in a core or resource role, with expertise and skills in a specialized clinical area with complex patient acuity. They demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

Key Areas of Responsibility

1. Administers pharmacologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitation, or diagnostic regimens prescribed by a physician.
2. Observes and monitors signs and symptoms, behavior, physical response to respiratory care, and diagnostic testing to determine abnormal characteristics.
3. Develops and implements care plans based on patient assessments, utilizing respiratory protocols to optimize outcomes in collaboration with the healthcare team.
4. Promotes continuous learning and seeks opportunities to develop self and others as part of a self-directed team.
5. Works efficiently within and across clinical settings to provide quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.
6. Demonstrates competence, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age-specific patient needs in a specialty area.
7. Participates in training and certification courses to develop expertise and become certified in specialized clinical areas.
8. Provides clinical leadership to respiratory staff, serving as a hospital-wide resource, coaching, mentoring, and precepting patients and staff.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an AMA-approved Respiratory program (must obtain within 3 years of hire). An Associate's Degree may be considered based on experience and criteria at the discretion of the Director and Human Resources. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as an RRT with advanced knowledge through additional training and certifications.

Licensure, Certification, Registration:

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC
• Valid Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license
• ACLS / Critical Care Certification

We take great care of careers. Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for growth, with locations across the state, innovative technologies, and a commitment to community education. We provide a competitive benefits program to support work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.