Respiratory Therapist | New Britain, Connecticut

Deliver high-quality care as a skilled Respiratory Therapist working in a fast-paced hospital environment. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you’ll use your expertise to support patients with respiratory conditions, focusing on excellent clinical delivery during overnight shifts.

Schedule:

• 7:00pm – 7:30am
• Every other weekend required

Qualifications & Experience:

• Active credential as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred
• Previous experience in acute care or hospital settings strongly desired
• Comprehensive understanding of respiratory therapy modalities, ventilator management, and emergency response protocols
• Excellent assessment, communication, and documentation skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer aerosolized medications, oxygen therapies, and other therapeutic interventions according to physician orders
• Operate, monitor, and assess ventilator-dependent patients, making appropriate adjustments as indicated
• Perform and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) analyses
• Respond efficiently to Code Blue and Rapid Response calls as part of the critical care team
• Educate patients and families on disease management and respiratory care techniques
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate patient records and participate in quality improvement initiatives

Enjoy the opportunity to make a direct impact on patient lives while working within a supportive healthcare team. This contract role is ideal for professionals passionate about providing expert respiratory care in a hospital setting.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a rewarding clinical role with overnight hours, submit your application today to start making a difference.

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.44 to $40.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.