Respiratory Therapist - FT

Trinity Health Of New England; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day 1

12-hour night shift

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory care in our department. The role requires clinical judgment and hands-on patient care.

You will operate ventilators and related devices, collaborate with physicians and staff, and ensure quality patient care during night shifts.

We invite graduates with an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, current CT license, and NBRC credentials to apply.

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

Responsibilities

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department
• 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
• Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Skills

Independent judgment

Technical knowledge

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

NIPPV/CPAP

High Flow Oxygen devices

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

• 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

• Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages 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 36hrs on 7p-7a - excellent shift and weekend differentials

• Great benefits starting day 1!

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

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.