Respiratory Therapist I: Diverse Patient Care & Growth

Valley Health; Winchester Center (CT); On-site; USD 40,501 - 60,752; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Valley Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I in Winchester Center, Connecticut. This role involves providing respiratory care, performing assessments, and engaging in patient education across various age demographics. The therapist will ensure therapy effectiveness and collaborate closely with the medical team.

Successful candidates must be licensed Respiratory Care Practitioners and possess essential certifications such as BLS and CRT or RRT from the NBRC. Benefits include a zero-deductible health plan, dental and vision insurance, generous PTO, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care is required.
• License as a Respiratory Care Practitioner is required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders.
• Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
• Responds to emergency situations and participates in all trauma activations.

Skills

Strong motivational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Competency under non-routine conditions

Client-family interaction

Professional attitude

Stress management

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

National Board for Respiratory Care Certification

Certified Respiratory Therapist License

Job description

Valley Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I in Winchester Center, Connecticut. This role involves providing respiratory care, performing assessments, and engaging in patient education across various age demographics. The therapist will ensure therapy effectiveness and collaborate closely with the medical team.

Successful candidates must be licensed Respiratory Care Practitioners and possess essential certifications such as BLS and CRT or RRT from the NBRC. Benefits include a zero-deductible health plan, dental and vision insurance, generous PTO, and tuition assistance.