Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Hartford HealthCare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care at Backus Hospital in Norwich, Connecticut. The role involves providing respiratory therapy, administering medications, and performing diagnostic assessments for patients with cardiopulmonary issues. Qualified candidates should have an Associate or Bachelor Degree in Respiratory Care, RRT certification, and a State of CT license. The position requires teamwork, effective communication, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients with minimal guidance.
• Administer oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications.
• Perform pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor Degree from an AMA approved Respiratory program

Job description

Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309)

Shift Detail: 1800-0630

Work where every moment matters.

Job Summary

Performs as a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care. Provides respiratory care to patients with minimal guidance. Performs the therapy, management, rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities which affect the cardiopulmonary system and associated aspects of other system functions. Administers respiratory therapy to include administering oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s individual age specific needs and to provide individualized age specific treatments and care. Demonstrates efficiency across clinical/critical care settings to provide quality service to patient care units through communication, cooperation and collaboration with healthcare team. Participates in additional training and/or certification courses to develop expertise and skills to become certified to work in specialized clinical areas.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor Degree from an AMA approved Respiratory program
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
• State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner license required
• BLS certification required