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An established industry player is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist II to join their dedicated team. This role is pivotal in providing top-notch respiratory care, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in respiratory care, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a commitment to continuous professional development. With a focus on patient-centered care, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are passionate about respiratory therapy and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Respiratory Therapist II is a health care professional who is a graduate of a program in Respiratory Care approved by the committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and is recognized by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The Therapist II performs a variety of clinical activities in the assessment, treatment, and education of the patient with respiratory problems. The Therapist II has demonstrated through experience and assessment to have expertise in all therapies and services offered by the department. The Therapist II is a role model, mentor and expert resource to the level I therapist and actively supports and serves as a resource to other members of the patient care team. The Therapist II supports departmental and interdepartmental quality improvement efforts.
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Responsibilities
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Associates of Science degree and certificate of completion of Respiratory Care Program approved by Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and current active license by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1 year as an RRT in Critical Care, Pediatric or Neonatal.
LICENSURE: CT RCP License BLS Advanced LS related to patient population as assigned (preferred).
SPECIAL SKILLS: Expert knowledge of respiratory care assessments, procedures, equipment, application and appropriate documentation. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational, leadership, supervisory and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Computer literacy.
Minimum 2 years experience in Pediatrics, Neonatal ICU, Critical Care as an RRT required.
YNHHS Requisition ID: 138320