Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Location 100 Grand Street, New Britain (10126) Shift Every third weekend and every third holiday. Work where every moment matters. Responsibilities This therapist performs as a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care, delivering respiratory therapy to patients with minimal guidance. The role includes therapy, management, rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and associated system abnormalities. Responsibilities also involve administering oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, and performing pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments. The therapist utilizes knowledge of growth and development principles to assess individualized age‑specific needs and provide tailored treatments. Efficiency across clinical and critical care settings is demonstrated through communication, cooperation, and collaboration with the healthcare team. Additional training or certification courses are pursued to gain expertise and skill in 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. Must be Connecticut state licensed. About the Organization The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute‑care community teaching hospital that provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by a talented team of leading professionals, it cares for patients from birth through the end of life. Benefits Hartford HealthCare offers competitive benefit programs designed to ensure work/life balance and opportunities for career development and growth across the state. Compliance Statement Every moment matters. Final Note Your moment. #J-18808-Ljbffr