Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT)

Job Description


Are you looking for a new job? My name is Caroline and I am a Healthcare Recruiter here to help!


I have a great client in Greenwich, CT actively hiring a permanent Respiratory Therapist .


Setting: Well-established 300-bed hospital


Shift: Days (7:30am-8pm), Nights (7pm-7:30am)


Patient population: All age groups


Compensation:

• CRT: $35-46 /hour
• RRT: $36-51 /hour
• + $10,000-$20,000 sign-on bonus (depending on years of experience)

Summary: The Respiratory Therapist will work under medical supervision to assess, treat, and manage patients with cardiopulmonary issues, primarily in critical care and other hospital units. They will perform respiratory care procedures, operate and maintain equipment, keep patient records, and may occasionally take on charge responsibilities.


Responsibilities:

• Patient Evaluation & Therapy : Evaluates patients daily to ensure effective and appropriate therapy; makes clinical decisions based on assessments and chart reviews.
• Clinical Competency : Administers respiratory treatments (e.g., oxygen, medications, chest physiotherapy, mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gases); recognizes and addresses adverse conditions.
• Charge Duties & Staffing : Takes on charge responsibilities as needed, ensures minimum staffing, prioritizes and assigns workloads to optimize patient care and productivity.
• Patient Education : Provides training and education to promote self-care and preventive measures post-discharge.
• Documentation : Accurately documents clinical data in electronic medical records using hospital systems.
• Equipment Proficiency : Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and processes all respiratory care equipment; stays updated via department meetings.
• Team Collaboration : Works collaboratively with the healthcare team; assists in procedures and fulfills related duties to maintain service quality.
• Professional Conduct : Adheres to code of conduct, hospital service standards, and regulatory policies.
• Continuing Education : Maintains clinical expertise through CEUs, seminars, and other educational opportunities; provides annual proof of CEUs.

Job Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Current Connecticut state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP

Additional Information


Why work with me?

• My services are FREE to you!
• I will keep your job search confidential.
• My emails go directly to the manager's inbox.
• I handle all the logistics-- scheduling interviews, negotiating salary, etc.
• And more!

Interested? Apply here, or reach out directly via email (View email address on click.appcast.io) or phone View phone number on click.appcast.io). You can also schedule a time to chat using this link: .


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Meet Your Recruiter


Caroline Quinn
Associate Healthcare Recruiter


Caroline joined K.A. Recruiting in 2022 after graduating from Holy Cross where she majored in International Studies and Business. She took a particular interest in forging a career in the healthcare industry after struggling with an autoimmune disorder during college. She saw first-hand the profound positive impact of healthcare professionals-- from detail-oriented lab techs to empathetic bedside nurses-- and knew that she wanted to contribute to the system. Caroline thoroughly enjoys connecting with candidates and working with them to find the best next step in their fulfilling careers.


When she's not working, you can find Caroline skiing in Maine, surfing on the Cape & Islands, exploring museums in Boston, and playing board games with her family (specifically Ticket to Ride and Catan)!


Candidate Testimonial:


"Caroline did a truly phenomenal job helping me to look for my first nursing position. Her positive attitude & uplifting words made me feel more confident during my search for the right nursing position. She is both detail & service oriented. It is why I have recommended her services to so many of my classmates."