Travel Respiratory Therapist, RT

IHA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 109,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Travel and Per Diem opportunities

DailyPay

License/Certification reimbursements

403B program

Job summary

FirstChoice RT at Trinity Health offers a night-shift, part-time Respiratory Therapist role at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. You will float across hospital locations, adhere to AARC guidelines, and practice independently with accountability for outcomes.

This position emphasizes flexible scheduling and high-quality patient care in a dynamic travel staffing program. Eligible candidates hold CRT/RRT credentials, a two-year advanced program, and an active state license.

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapist licensed or registry eligible.
• Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner program in Respiratory Therapy (RT).
• Current CRT and/or RRT credential. NPS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Float throughout hospital locations and regions.
• Follow AARC guidelines in professional practice.
• Act independently within your scope of knowledge and experience.
• Maintain accountability for decisions and outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support quality and improvement.
• Adapt to new responsibilities and diverse environments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year advanced Respiratory Therapy program

CRT and/or RRT credential

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

night

Description

Travel Respiratory Therapist, RRT

Position Purpose

Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT’s are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!

What you will do

• Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions
• Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines.
• Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area
• Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes
• Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes
• Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities
• Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities

Minimum Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapist
• Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner -Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible.
• Current CRT and/or RRT credential. NPS preferred.
• Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state you are working.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values.
• Analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Premium Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Travel and Per Diem opportunities available
• Variety of Practice Settings
• DailyPay available
• Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment
• Opportunity to participate in 403B program

Ministry Information

• FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life.
• FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence.
• You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!

Job Details

LOCATION: St. Francis Hospital

START DATE: ASAP

WEEKS: 13

HOURS: 3x12

Shift: night

Gross Weekly Rate: $2520

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.