Respiratory Therapist, Per Diem, Putnam, CT

Day Kimball Healthcare • Putnam, CT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a per diem Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our Respiratory department in Putnam, CT! This role involves performing all the duties of a Respiratory Technician, including aerosol therapy, ABG's, oxygen therapy, ventilator care, resuscitations, and overnight oximetry. The RRT will also participate in continuing education and department programs, such as orienting new employees. The position requires flexibility and willingness to rotate shifts or work odd schedules as needed. The RRT will be a vital member of a dynamic team, providing clinical assessments and recommendations to physicians. This is an opportunity to join a trusted community hospital known for compassionate, high-quality care, and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

Requirements

• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.
• Currently licensed in the state of Connecticut required.
• Certificate of Respiratory Therapy required.
• An active member in good standing with the AARC.
• Reads prescription, draws arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatments such as type and duration of therapy and medication and dosages.
• Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with physician’s orders.
• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
• Ability to function effectively under stress, prioritize workload and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to communicate well with physicians, hospital staff, patients and the general public.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a level of professional confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs, but is not limited to, all the following respiratory procedures: aerosol therapy, ABG’s, oxygen therapy, ventilator care, overnight oximetry, resuscitations; adult and neonatal.
• Clinical assessment on all patients on respiratory services with appropriate recommendations to attending or ordering physicians.
• Actively participates in department inservice educational programs.
• Flexible and willing to rotate shifts or work odd schedules as needed.
• Orients new employees and/or students to department as requested.
• Participates in department projects and programs as requested.

Benefits

• Sick Time Accrual
• Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
• Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
• Career Pathways – Opportunities for internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events
• Weekly Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree