Trinity Health·Stafford Springs, Connecticut
The Respiratory Therapist is primarily responsible for the administration of respiratory care services provided by the Respiratory Care Department. This role involves functioning clinically with significant independent judgment to ensure quality patient care delivery.
Employment type: Part time
SHIFT: 12 Hour Day Shift
The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department
What you will do
The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department
Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care
Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care
Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)
Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.
Market context
Connecticut healthcare employers continue to seek Respiratory Therapists for inpatient and acute-care settings, where licensed CRT and RRT clinicians support patients with breathing and ventilatory needs. This role is competitive because candidates must meet clear credentialing standards, including an accredited Respiratory Care degree, a current Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner License, and NBRC certification; benefits and job requirements on this platform are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time. Before applying, confirm your license and certification details match the posting and note any shift or weekend differential preferences.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, holding a minimum of an Associate's Degree, and possess a current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License. Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the NBRC is required, along with thorough knowledge of respiratory care procedures.
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