What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Practitioner position at The Hospital of Central Connecticut?
Location Detail: 81 Meriden Ave Bradley Memoria (10003)
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The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life.
The Respiratory Care Practitioner administers respiratory therapy to assist, control and/or improve patients' breathing. Administers oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments and performs additional related duties as assigned or necessary.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA approved school of respiratory therapy.
- Current Connecticut RCP license required
- RRT or CRTT certification required
- Previous experience in acute care setting
- Effective communication skills
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