Respiratory Therapist RRT - Respiratory Care

TieTalent; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare network where every moment matters! As a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care, you will provide essential therapy and support to patients with cardiopulmonary issues. This role involves administering oxygen, medications, and utilizing advanced medical devices to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a commitment to professional growth, you will have opportunities for training and certification in specialized areas. Be part of a team that values innovation and quality care, making a difference in the lives of countless individuals in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Program

Career Development Opportunities

Work/Life Balance Programs

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with state licensure.
• BLS certification is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapy and evaluates patient needs.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams to provide quality patient care.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

Resuscitation Devices

Positive Pressure Breathing Devices

Job description

Description

Job Schedule: Part Time
Standard Hours: 32
Job Shift: Shift 2
Shift Details: 6pm to 2am -evening shift

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues 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.

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

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 heath care 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

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 is your moment.