Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
About The Position
Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees 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. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. The Respiratory Care Practitioner administers respiratory therapy to assist, control and/or improve patients' breathing. Administers oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments and performs additional related duties as assigned or necessary.
Requirements
- Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
- Ability to function as a self-directed team member.
- Must be Connecticut state licensed in Respiratory care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
Responsibilities
- Administers respiratory therapy to assist, control and/or improve patients' breathing.
- Administers oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc.
- Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments
- Performs additional related duties as assigned or necessary.
Benefits
- Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
- We provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
