RRT: Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Backus Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Backus Hospital in Connecticut seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide clinically competent respiratory care with minimal guidance. The role covers therapy administration, diagnostic assessments, and collaboration with the health care team to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an AMA-approved respiratory degree, an NBRC-certified RRT, CT license, and BLS certification, with a commitment to ongoing training.

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

Responsibilities

• Performs as a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care with minimal guidance.
• Administers respiratory therapy to include oxygen, medications, devices and ventilators.
• Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments.
• Collaborates with the health care team to deliver quality patient care.
• Engages in additional training to develop expertise in specialized clinical areas.

Job description

Backus Hospital in Connecticut seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide clinically competent respiratory care with minimal guidance. The role covers therapy administration, diagnostic assessments, and collaboration with the health care team to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an AMA-approved respiratory degree, an NBRC-certified RRT, CT license, and BLS certification, with a commitment to ongoing training.