Per-Diem Respiratory Therapist

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Rhode Island is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide bedside respiratory care under the direction of management. The ideal candidate must possess accreditation from an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy and be licensed in the state of Rhode Island. Responsibilities include performing essential respiratory techniques and being a part of the Code Team. Join a team dedicated to integrity, patient-centered care, and continuous improvement in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist required.
• Must obtain RRT credential within eighteen months.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic respiratory care including HHN, IS, CPT, MDI, IPPB.
• Member of Code Team and MET team.
• Familiar with measuring devices like pulse oximeter.
• Participate in staff meetings and training.
• Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy in all interactions.

Skills

Basic respiratory techniques

CPAP/Bi-pAP setup and maintenance

Measuring devices (pulse oximeter, analyzers)

Patient care

Customer service

Education

Graduation from accredited School of Respiratory Therapy

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.

Practices aseptic techniques, adheres to infection control policies.

Provides bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned by supervisors and treated on the physician's order for both in‑house and out‑patients. Working under the direction of the Director of Cardio‑pulmonary Services. Performs the duties and tasks of a Respiratory Care practitioner encompassed within the license granted by the state of RI.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Performs basic respiratory: including HHN, IS, CPT, MDI, IPPB, Flutter & EZPAP
• 2. Member of Code Team and MET team.
• 3. Familiar with measuring devices: pulse oximeter, Wright's, blenders, analyzers.
• 4. Familiar with CPAP/Bi‑pAP setup, maintenance and administration.
• 5. Participates in staff meeting, attends lectures, conferences and seminars.
• 6. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• 7. Continuously displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Respiratory Therapy with credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist or credential of a Certified Respiratory Therapist with eighteen months to obtain RRT credential.

Experience

Must be registered or registry eligible, certified or certification eligible.

Licensure

BLS and a current RI license.

YNHHS Requisition ID

145029