Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

hhccareers; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington, CT seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to administer respiratory therapy, oxygen and other gases, and operate ventilators and related equipment.

Requirements include CT state license in Respiratory Care, an associates degree (bachelor's preferred from an AMA-approved program), and the ability to work as part of a self-directed team; location is on-site within Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required.
• Connecticut state license in Respiratory Care required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapy and related treatments (oxygen, medications, ventilators, resuscitation devices).
• Performs pulmonary diagnostics and assessments as part of patient care.
• Collaborates with caregivers and functions as a self-directed team member.

Skills

Self-directed

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred (AMA approved Respiratory program)

Job description

Work whereevery momentmatters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

The Respiratory Care Practitioner administers respiratory therapy to assist, control and/or improve patients' breathing. Administers oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments and performs additional related duties as assigned or necessary.

• Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
• Ability to function as a self-directed team member.
• Must be Connecticut state licensed in Respiratory Care.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment.