RT Full Time Respiratory Therapist RT Full Time Days and Nights

Vibra Healthcare; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is seeking Full Time Respiratory Therapists to deliver respiratory therapy care and life support in a rehabilitation-focused health system. The RT administers prescribed therapies, manages ventilators, performs ABG analysis, and participates in the multidisciplinary care team.

The role includes responsibilities such as airway care, scene evaluation, patient education, and contribution to code team emergencies. AAS degree plus RRT, CT RCP, BLS and ACLS are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• RRT certification required.
• CT RCP license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapy care and life support as prescribed.
• Provides ventilator care and airway management.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis and reviews patient data.
• Assists with bronchoscopy and patient mobilization as needed.
• Maintains documentation and participates in code team activities.
• Trains staff and students; supports orientation.
• Evaluates patient upon admission and discharge.

Skills

RRT Certification

CT RCP license

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Ventilator management

Education

Associate's of Science degree

Bachelor's degree in health-related field

Job description

Facility Type

Long Term Acute Care

We are seeking Full Time Respiratory Therapists

Responsibilities

Description

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for people at every point in their journey from illness or injury to the most advanced state of recovery they can achieve. Our Mission: To enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives. Our values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. These values guide us in providing quality patient care and transforming the lives of our patients.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy care and life support to patients by prescription and under the supervision of a physician and the Director of Respiratory Care or designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides ventilator care, secretion mobilization treatments, and other treatments as ordered by physician.
• Provides all aspects of airway care, maintenance and education.
• Performs breathing assessments and mechanics as needed for all purposes as ordered by physician.
• Interprets Orders - Draws and analyze arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, and medication and dosage.
• Participates in ambulation and mobility.
• Charts all pertinent information on patient's chart.
• Assists in bedside Bronchoscopy.
• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
• May act in the role of Charge Therapist and carry out shift responsibilities as assigned.
• Assists in the orientation and training of students, new staff members, patients, families and care.
• Active member of code team - responds to emergencies and provides care, CPR, airway maintenance including intubation.
• Represents Respiratory Care as a member of the multidisciplinary patient care team.
• Evaluates patients upon admission & discharge.

Requirements

• Associate's of Science degree required
• Bachelor's degree in a health related field preferred
• Current RRT Certificate required
• Current CT RCP license required
• Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS Certifications required