Registered Respiratory Therapist

Patient Care Services Sharon, Connecticut


Description

Position at Sharon Hospital

Attention Registered Respiratory Therapists Looking for PRN work at 
Sharon Hospital!
This is a rare opportunity to join a team of passionate respiratory professionals and cover Weekdays, weekends, and some holidays 6:30 pm - 7:00 am -- 12 hour shifts.  The only thing required, besides certifications, is the ability to work 2 shifts per month. We have increased our rates and have joined with Northwell Health to provide an enriched environment and career growth.  For immediate consideration, please email [email protected].  Pay ranges from $41.40 - 47.40 per our plus shift differentials.
Job Summary:
 The Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) provides respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital in accordance with established policies and procedures and as prescribed by a physician. This individual will interact with patients of all ages. 
  •  This individual will interact with patients of all ages
  • Walks or stands for long intervals of time, sits intermittently 
  • Generally works in a clean, well-lighted, heated and ventilated health care facility 
  •  Is responsible to the Director of Respiratory Care Services and the Medical Director of Respiratory Care Services, as well as the shift charge therapist in Respiratory Care Services; Works cooperatively with physicians, nurses, and other health care personnel
  • Participates in mandatory on-call rotations and performs charge therapist duties as required 
  • Performs other related duties as required 
  • Has knowledge of growth and development and an understanding of the range of treatment needed by patients of different ages 
  • Orders supplies as needed 
  • Portrays a positive and professional image and commitment to service excellence and customer service 
  •  Uses proper telephone, verbal, and written communication skills 
  • Communicates appropriate information to lead therapist or director for incident follow-up, etc
 
Education:
  • Must have received an education, including completion of an approved Associate Degree Program in Respiratory Therapy or in a program determined by the Department of the State Board to be the equivalent. 
  • Must be Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist 
  • Basic Life Support certified
 
Experience: 
Graduate Respiratory Therapists considered, however, prefer at least 1 year clinical experience in all aspects of Respiratory Care. 
Position Summary:
  • Location: Sharon Hospital 50 Hospital Hill Road
  • Work Type: Per Diem 
  • Standard Hours: NIGHT
  • Work Schedule: 12 hr. Nightshift 6:30pm - 07:00am. As needed weekdays, some weekends, some holidays.
  • Org Unit: 1171
  • Salary Range: 31.25 - 58.05 DOE plus shift differentials
  • Department: Pulmonary Medicine
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Company: Sharon Hospital
Org Unit: 1171
Department: Pulmonary Medicine
Exempt: No