Respiratory Therapist RRT / CRT (FT Nights)

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Come join our Respiratory team at Saint Mary's Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England!

• SIGN ON BONUS up to $15,000 for new Colleague*

Position Purpose

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department at Saint Mary's Hospital

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)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree

• Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

• Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

• SIGN ON BONUS up to $15,000 for new Colleague

• Full time 36hr (three 12hr shifts per week 7p-7a). Option to do 30hrs (5 shifts per two week schedule)

• Part time is also available 24hr

• Shift and Weekend Differentials

• Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage-starting Day One!

• Career growth and advancement potential

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary's Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909. Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary's is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region's only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci Robotic Surgery System.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.