Respiratory Therapist — Ventilator & Critical Care

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc.; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care services to residents, including those on mechanical ventilation. You will administer therapies, monitor ventilated patients, and respond promptly to emergencies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality care in line with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist with active license
• RRT or CRT credential
• BLS required; ACLS preferred
• Experience with ventilator patients preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapies including oxygen therapy, bronchodilators, and chest physiotherapy
• Perform routine and emergency tracheostomy care
• Monitor and adjust ventilator settings
• Participate in ventilator weaning protocols
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and perform CPR as needed
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Document patient care and maintain compliance with regulations
• Maintain respiratory equipment and monitor supplies
• Communicate with healthcare teams and leadership
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Ventilator care

Education

Current Respiratory Therapy license

RRT or CRT credential

BLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care services to residents, including those on mechanical ventilation. You will administer therapies, monitor ventilated patients, and respond promptly to emergencies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality care in line with regulatory standards.