Respiratory Therapist
Hartford, Connecticut
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Hartford, Connecticut
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Respiratory Therapist role
• Every Other Week (EOW) schedule
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications preferred

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Connecticut
• Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Additional Onboarding Requirements

• Verification of license/certifications dated within 30 days of start
• Criminal background check (federal, nationwide, county) within last 7 years
• Education verification (highest level of academic education)
• Professional references and resume submission
• Completion of various compliance and confidentiality forms
• Specialty skills checklist provided by agency
• Core competency exam within the last year
• System access form completed one week before start

Experience

• Minimum years of experience not explicitly stated; ensure you meet or exceed typical Respiratory Therapist experience requirements for this type of assignment.
• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position requires thorough compliance with health, safety, and professional standards to ensure quality patient care.