Respiratory Therapist – 24 Hrs Nights, EOW, Sign-On bonus available

Responsibilities

• Perform specific testing techniques to assist in diagnosis, monitoring, treatment and research.
• Insertion of intravenous and intraosseous catheters in appropriately identified health care settings.
• Utilizes respiratory equipment in all modalities to include but not limited to: medical gases, IPPB treatments, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy and other airway clearance techniques.
• Provide education to patients, families and the general public.
• Initiates and maintains invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Administers pharmacologic, diagnostic and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures.
• Assist physicians in patient assessment, response to therapies, and recommendations for changes in therapies.
• Respond to all STAT situations involving Respiratory Care, requiring the need for airway management and/or cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Contribute in the development and revision of Respiratory policies, procedures and protocols.
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of research and/or quality improvement activities.
• Participate in clinical affiliation programs and/or orientation and education of respiratory therapist and other health care professionals.

Requirements

• Current State of Connecticut license as Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT).
• New graduates with the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential will be considered but must achieve the (RRT) credential within 1 year of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 6 months of hire or before staff has completed dept. orientation if that is longer than 6 months.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within 6 months of hire or before staff has completed dept. orientation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care.
• Minimum of an Associated Degree in Respiratory Care.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Preferred: Neonatal and Pediatric Experience preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of age-related differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence.

Benefits

Team member of the Critical Care Transport Team.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Varies based on department and shift requirements.