Join ECHN as a Respiratory Therapist to provide essential respiratory care and support to patients in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high standards of treatment and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Perform respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by physician
Set up, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation
Administer medications and manage respiratory equipment
Interpret arterial blood gas and oximetry results
Document and communicate all patient therapies
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care program
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Current license from the State of Connecticut
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred Qualifications
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Provider (NRP) certification
Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification