Per-Diem Respiratory Therapist

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to join their critical care team. This role involves providing essential respiratory therapy to patients with acute or chronic conditions, ensuring high standards of care through effective assessments and treatment modalities. The practitioner will play a vital role in patient education, emergency response, and collaboration with healthcare providers. If you are passionate about patient-centered care and want to make a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy school with RRT or CRT credential.
• Entry-level practitioners must develop necessary skills during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care modalities and evaluate therapy effectiveness.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and equipment use.
• Respond to emergencies with appropriate resuscitative techniques.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care Modalities

Emergency Response

Patient Education

Equipment Operation

Education

Graduate of accredited school of respiratory therapy

RRT or CRT credential

Current Connecticut license

Tools

Clinical Information System

EKG Equipment

Oxygen Delivery Systems

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides restorative and interventional care to patients requiring respiratory therapy for chronic or acute conditions. They administer various treatment modalities, monitor their effectiveness, and identify when alternative modalities are needed. The Respiratory Therapist is a member of the critical care team, providing resuscitative measures when necessary. They also serve as a resource to patient care providers, given their expertise in pulmonary medicine. Additionally, the therapist performs EKGs, ABGs, and related duties.

Responsibilities

1. Review all physician orders before administering therapies, ensuring appropriateness, and clarifying with nurses or physicians as needed.
2. Perform patient assessments before and after therapies according to established policies.
3. Administer respiratory care modalities, document patient responses, and evaluate therapy effectiveness.
4. Assess patient responses to therapy, referring unusual or adverse reactions for further intervention.
5. Suggest modifications to treatment plans based on patient responses.
6. Participate in patient and family education regarding therapy goals, medication use, breathing techniques, oxygen therapy, and equipment.
7. Gather and update clinical data each shift, documenting according to departmental policies.
8. Utilize the clinical information system effectively.
9. Operate and troubleshoot equipment in various settings per policies.
10. Respond to emergency situations with appropriate resuscitative techniques and airway management.
11. Provide respiratory support for patients during transportation, from NICU to adult care.
12. Support oxygen system functionality and safety.
13. Participate in CQI initiatives.
14. Perform EKGs and collect arterial blood specimens.
15. Cross-trained staff to perform diagnostic testing and complete necessary paperwork.
16. Assess, manage, and educate patients enrolled in pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
17. Operate all equipment safely, following manufacturer specifications and safety procedures.
18. Meet performance expectations in customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and professional development.
19. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure departmental operations.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of respiratory therapy with RRT or CRT credential, with 18 months to obtain RRT.

Experience: Entry-level practitioners may begin without experience but must develop necessary skills during orientation and probation.

Licensure: Current Connecticut license required.

Special Skills: Cross-training in cardiology, pulmonary lab, or pulmonary rehabilitation preferred.