Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008) Work where every moment matters . Job Summary This therapist performs as a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care, providing respiratory care to patients with minimal guidance. The role encompasses the therapy, management, rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities affecting the cardiopulmonary system and associated aspects of other system functions. Responsibilities Administer respiratory therapy, including oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, and resuscitation devices. Perform pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments. Use principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s individual age‑specific needs and provide individualized age‑specific treatments and care. Demonstrate efficiency across clinical/critical care settings to provide quality service to patient care units through communication, cooperation, and collaboration with the healthcare team. Participate in additional training and/or certification courses to develop expertise and skills for specialized clinical areas. Qualifications Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred from an AMA-approved Respiratory program. Ability to function as a self‑directed team member. Valid State of Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to orientation. BLS/ACLS Certified. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate in employment practices due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hartford HealthCare