Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309). Shift Detail: Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high‑quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. Job Summary Performs as a clinically competent practitioner of respiratory care, providing respiratory care to patients with minimal guidance. Performs 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. Administers respiratory therapy including oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age‑specific needs and provide individualized treatments and care. Demonstrates efficiency across clinical/critical care settings to provide quality service to patient care units through communication, cooperation and collaboration with the healthcare team. Participates in additional training and certification courses to develop expertise and skills to become certified in specialized clinical areas. Qualifications Associate or Bachelor Degree from an AMA approved Respiratory program Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner license required BLS certification required We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. You are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees; we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. #J-18808-Ljbffr