Vibra Healthcare

Operates hospitals delivering patient-centered care

Respiratory Therapist

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeWallingford, CT, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate of Science degree is required.
A current Registered Respiratory Therapist certificate is required.
A current Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license is required.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications are required.

Responsibilities

Administer respiratory therapy care and life support to patients by physician prescription and under the supervision of a physician and the Director of Respiratory Care or designee.
Provide ventilator care, secretion mobilization treatments, and other treatments as ordered by a physician.
Provide airway care, maintenance, and education.
Perform breathing assessments and mechanics as ordered by a physician.
Interpret orders, draw and analyze arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient condition and determine treatment requirements, including therapy type and duration and medication and dosage.
Participate in ambulation and mobility.
Chart pertinent information in patients' charts.
Assist with bedside bronchoscopy.
Set up and operate mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
May act as Charge Therapist and carry out assigned shift responsibilities.
Assist with orientation and training of students, new staff members, patients, and families.
Serve as an active member of the code team, respond to emergencies, and provide care, CPR, airway maintenance, and intubation.
Represent Respiratory Care as a member of the multidisciplinary patient care team.
Evaluate patients upon admission and discharge.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in a health-related field is preferred.

Facility Type

Long Term Acute Care
Overview

We are seeking Full Time Respiratory Therapists

Days and Nights Available

Responsibilities

Description

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for people at every point in their journey from illness or injury to the most advanced state of recovery they can achieve. Our Mission: To enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives. Our values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. These values guide us in providing quality patient care and transforming the lives of our patients.

Job Summary: The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy care and life support to patients by prescription and under the supervision of a physician and the Director of Respiratory Care or designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provides ventilator care, secretion mobilization treatments, and other treatments as ordered by physician.
Provides all aspects of airway care, maintenance and education.
Performs breathing assessments and mechanics as needed for all purposes as ordered by physician.
Interprets Orders - Draws and analyze arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment such as type and duration of therapy, and medication and dosage.
Participates in ambulation and mobility.
Charts all pertinent information on patient's chart.
Assists in bedside Bronchoscopy.
Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
May act in the role of Charge Therapist and carry out shift responsibilities as assigned.
Assists in the orientation and training of students, new staff members, patients, families and care.
Active member of code team – responds to emergencies and provides care, CPR, airway maintenance including intubation.
Represents Respiratory Care as a member of the multidisciplinary patient care team.
Evaluates patients upon admission & discharge.

Requirements:

*Associate's of Science degree required

*Bachelor's degree in a health related field preferred

*Current RRT Certificate required

*Current CT RCP license required

*Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS Certifications required

About the Company

Vibra Healthcare

Operates hospitals delivering patient-centered care

Vibra Healthcare operates a national network of inpatient hospitals and post-acute care facilities focused on clinical service excellence and patient wellness. Its facilities provide acute inpatient care with a team-based approach to patient care, emphasizing a fast-paced environment, open communication, and a culture that values employees. The company supports staff development through programs like RISE Leadership Development and Clinical Career Ladders, offering career advancement and transfer opportunities across its coast-to-coast system. Vibra differentiates itself by prioritizing people, culture, and patient experience as core commitments, with flexible work options and a fast-growing footprint. Its goal is to raise the standard for quality of care and the patient experience while expanding access to compassionate, high-quality hospital care.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Mechanicsburg, PA
Founded: 2004

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