Registered Respiratory Therapist
Nuvance Health
Sharon, CT
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$31.25–$61.68 Per Hour
LOCATION
Sharon, CT
POSTED
10 days ago
Description
Attention Registered Respiratory Therapists Looking for Full Time work at
Sharon Hospital!
Sharon Hospital!
This is a rare opportunity to join this team of passionate respiratory professionals to cover 6:30am - 7:00pm Monday - Friday, every other weekend, some holidays. Candidates wishing to be considered for this Full time position are encouraged to apply. We have increased our rates. Rates based on full years of experience and range from $33.21 - 61.68 + shift differentials. We have recently merged with Northell and are growing. Come talk to us about careers well cared.
At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.
Sharon Hospital is a 78-bed general hospital located in northwestern Connecticut, a region that offers an inspiring balance between work and life. We provide a full range of services, including bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiology, emergency care, neurosciences, orthopedics, stroke care, surgical services and women’s services.
Our accolades include:
- The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
- American Heart Association - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award
- Vizient Quality Leadership Award
- Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - 5-Star Rating
At Sharon Hospital, we pride ourselves on creating a culture of family caring for family. Our message to every patient, visitor, and caregiver is, “We’re here for you.” We are a community of caring hearts, providing compassionate care in a warm, friendly, and supportive environment. The region surrounding our campus is an ideal place to enjoy quality living as you pursue opportunities and make lifelong connections.
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.
- 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
Company: Sharon Hospital
Org Unit: 1171
Department: Pulmonary Medicine
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $31.25 - $61.68 Hourly plus shift differentials.
With strong hearts and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!
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