Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT - FT

trinityhealth; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Excellent shift and weekend different

Great benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory care with significant independent clinical judgment. You will set up, operate, and manage ventilators, CPAP/NIPPV, and high-flow devices for patients requiring respiratory support.

The role involves collaborating with physicians and staff, handling invasive ventilation modes, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Saint Francis Hospital offers a sign-on bonus and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care with an associate degree.
• Current CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) per NBRC.

Responsibilities

• Function clinically with independent judgment in patient care delivery.
• Serve as a technical resource to physicians and healthcare staff on respiratory care.
• Set up and manage patient care on ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, and high flow oxygen devices.
• Manage patients on invasive ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level).

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

State CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

RRT or CRT NBRC Certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description: ***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!*** Position Purpose The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

• Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care


• Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care


• Set up, operate and manage patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices


• Manage patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree


• Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License


• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).


• Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full time 30hr on 7a-7p days (Five 12hr shifts in 2week schedule)


• Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials


• ***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***


• Great benefits starting day 1

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.