About this opportunity
American Traveler, LLC. lists this Travel Respiratory Therapist - Certified RT/CRT opportunity in new london, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) for a Level III trauma center, requiring 2+ years experience and pediatrics experience.
Requirements
Current BLS certification required
CRT certification required; RRT preferred
CT and RI state licenses required (license required if applicable, may start with one active and one pending)
Minimum 2 years of experience required
Pediatrics experience required
Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures such as Bubble CPAP, CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP, intubation assist, and umbilical blood gases preferred
Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
Experience with airway management, suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene procedures
Epic charting experience preferred
1 professional reference required for consideration
Responsibilities
Short term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds, part of Yale New Haven Health System
Works in Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, NICU, and Pediatrics settings
40 hours per week with day and evening shifts (4x10 hour schedules)
Weekend rotation at least every other weekend and every other holiday based on department need
Floating to Westerly Hospital as needed
Uses Epic for charting
Navy blue scrubs required
Free parking available
Provide respiratory care and neurodiagnostic support across adult and pediatric patient populations
Perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary hygiene procedures as part of daily responsibilities
Assist with high-risk deliveries and provide neonatal/pediatric respiratory support
Participate in emergency response or natural disaster activities as needed
Local candidates not accepted; must reside more than 75 miles from the hospital site
Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved
Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
COVID vaccine and booster required, with medical or religious exemptions only
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
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Worksite address
new london, CT, 06320, US
Who can apply
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