RESPIRATORY THERAPIST RRT / CRT FT

Trinity Health; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Great benefits

Health insurance starting Day One

Shift differentials

Job summary

Saint Mary’s Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. The role involves administering respiratory care in a hospital setting, with a strong emphasis on clinical judgment and teamwork.

The position offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus, full-time hours (three 12-hour nights per week), and excellent benefits beginning on day one. Saint Mary’s is a Catholic not-for-profit acute care teaching hospital with a long-standing community impact.

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 NBRC
• Thorough knowledge of respiratory care procedures and patient care techniques

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care as part of the Respiratory Care Department.
• Function with independent clinical judgment in patient care delivery.
• Serve as a technical resource to physicians and other health care workers on respiratory practices.
• Set up and manage equipment: ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, high-flow oxygen; manage invasive ventilation modes.

Skills

RRT/CRT certification

Ventilator management

Respiratory care knowledge

Independent clinical judgment

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $15,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***

Position Purpose

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department at Saint Mary's Hospital

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

• Full time 36hr (three 12hr shifts per week 7p-7a).
• Great Shift and Weekend Differentials
• ***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $15,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***
• Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage—starting Day One!

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work. Pay Range: $31.80-46.00 per hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909. Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary’s is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region’s only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci® Robotic Surgery System.

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.