Respiratory Therapist

Windham Hospital•Willimantic, CT

77d•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RCP) is responsible for the assessment, planning, and administration of all respiratory care services offered by the Respiratory Care Department. They will provide these services to patients of all ages, including neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, in accordance with established policies and procedures. The RCP will function with a significant degree of independent judgment in delivering quality patient care, reassessing patient needs, and educating patients and their families, all while adhering to department policies and procedures and medical guidance.

Requirements

Graduate of an Advanced Level Respiratory Therapist Educational Program or a two-year Respiratory college.
Newly graduated with no previous experience but with 1,000 clinical hours in a hospital setting.
CRT certification by N.B.R.C.
Current CT state licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information.
Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).
Ability to read and understand oral and written material and effectively communicate technical or complex information.

Nice To Haves

ACLS, within 6 months of hire
Current PALS or STABLE Certification
NRP certification

Responsibilities

Assessment, planning, and administration of all respiratory care.
Provide services to all age groups (neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
Function with independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care.
Reassessment of patient care needs.
Education of patient and family.
Perform pulmonary function testing.
Communicate effectively with departments, employees, physicians, and managers.
Demonstrate critical thinking and advanced decision-making skills.
Handle multiple priorities in a stressful environment.
Manage time effectively.
Be organized, flexible, and a team player.