Summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist RRT to join our Respiratory Care team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and providing care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. If you are looking to be part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network and make a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is for you.

About Hartford HealthCare

Every day, over 30,000 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 our mission to provide exceptional care to our community.

Job Details

• Job Title: Respiratory Therapist RRT
• Job Location: Norwalk, CT
• Job Type: Per Diem
• Shift: Shift 2, Hours will vary

Responsibilities

As a Respiratory Therapist RRT, your responsibilities will include:

• Performing evaluations of patients' respiratory functions
• Developing individualized care plans based on diagnosis
• Implementing and monitoring patient care plans
• Administering advanced respiratory care modalities
• Educating patients and their families about health conditions and available support programs
• Assessing and adjusting therapy modes
• Monitoring medication administration and infection control
• Safely operating respiratory equipment
• Performing pulmonary function screenings

Requirements

To qualify for the role of Respiratory Therapist RRT, you must have:

• Valid license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Connecticut Department of Public Health
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Completion of a Respiratory Care Program
• 6 months to 1 year of experience (new graduates will be considered)

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit our careers page and submit your application online.

Hartford HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients and community.