Respiratory Therapist - Acute Rehab & Ventilator Care

Vibra Healthcare; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is seeking a Full Time Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory therapy care under physician supervision. This role involves delivering ventilator care, airway management, ABG analysis, and patient education within a multidisciplinary team.

The therapist will participate in code responses, assist in training staff and students, and evaluate patients on admission and discharge. A strong commitment to patient safety is essential.

Qualifications

• AS degree required.
• BS/BA in health field preferred.
• Current RRT certificate required.
• Current CT RCP license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provides ventilator care and secretion mobilization treatments as ordered by physician.
• Performs airway care, maintenance, and patient education.
• Performs breathing assessments and evaluates patient condition.
• Interprets orders, draws arterial blood gases and reviews patient data for treatment planning.
• Acts as part of the code team and responds to emergencies.

Skills

RRT Certification

ACLS

BLS

Education

Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is seeking a Full Time Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory therapy care under physician supervision. This role involves delivering ventilator care, airway management, ABG analysis, and patient education within a multidisciplinary team.

The therapist will participate in code responses, assist in training staff and students, and evaluate patients on admission and discharge. A strong commitment to patient safety is essential.