Respiratory Therapist - RRT

About the role

The Respiratory Care Practitioner at MidState Medical Center assists, controls, and improves patients' breathing through various therapeutic interventions and diagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administers oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc.
• Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned or necessary.

Requirements

• Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
• Ability to function as a self-directed team member.
• Congressional certification as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must be Connecticut state licensed.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
• Ability to function as a self-directed team member.
• Congressional certification as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must be Connecticut state licensed.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in using respiratory equipment and technology.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Continuing education opportunities.

Pay

• $25.00 - $27.00 per hour based on experience.

Schedule

• 36 Hour night position - 3 twelve hour shifts, every third weekend.
• 12 week self scheduling block.

Benefits

• Eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus.