Respiratory Therapist II * Up to $20,000 Sign on *
Company: Yale New Haven Health
Location: New Haven
Posted on: November 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should
understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and
live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered,
respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as
individuals and professionals, every day. The Respiratory Therapist
II is a health care professional who is a graduate of a program in
Respiratory Care approved by the committee on Accreditation for
Respiratory Care (CoARC), is licensed by the State of Connecticut
as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and is recognized by the
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered
Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The Therapist II performs a variety of
clinical activities in the assessment, treatment, and education of
the patient with respiratory problems. The Therapist II has
demonstrated through experience and assessment to have expertise in
all therapies and services offered by the department. The Therapist
II is a role model, mentor and expert resource to the level I
therapist and actively supports and serves as a resource to other
members of the patient care team. The Therapist II supports
departmental and interdepartmental quality improvement efforts.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Clinical Application
of Respiratory Care: Functions efficiently, resourcefully and
skillfully in providing patients optimum age-specific respiratory
care. 1.1 Assesses patient's pulmonary status employing basic
skills, which include reviewing the medical chart, patient
interview, physical examination, and interpretation of blood gases.
Demonstrates proficiency and consistency with all assessment
skills, including interpretation of x-ray and blood gases, RAW, CL
graphic displays, etc. Demonstrates knowledge and interpretation of
diagnostic procedures such as PPD, overnight oximetry, peak flow,
arterial puncture, and sputum induction. 2. Documentation and
Written communication: Contributes to effective communication
within the department through documentation of services
administered, changes in patient?s clinical status, and therapeutic
objectives. 2.1 Records all care provided via electronic medical
record accurately. Identifies patient on written documents by using
MRN and patient labels as required by department and hospital
policy. Notes consistently include ABGs, patient assessment,
weaning assessment, and parameters. Maintains patient
confidentiality with documentation practices. 3. Consultation and
Collaboration and Oral Communication: Communicates clearly and
appropriately with co-workers. Demonstrates a cooperative team
spirit, effectively contributing to excellence of patient care. 3.1
Patient report information is appropriate and conveys current
patient status. Gives report using SBAR format and attentively,
courteously accepts report in order to facilitate transition from
one shift to the next. Accurately, completely, and concisely gives
a safe hand off for all relevant clinical information on patient's
clinical course and status. 4. Self-Development, Professionalism
and Leadership - Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical
competency through continuing education, professional growth, and
development. 4.1 Assumes responsibility for professional
self-development. Keeps self-informed about current trends within
the profession and new procedures/equipment in the department.
Requests inservices as appropriate to maintain competencies for
equipment and procedures. Maintains membership in AARC, NBRC or
demonstrates other active participation in profession. 5. The
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Specialist (ES) is
responsible for ensuring appropriate patient care through the
continuous monitoring and assessment of the ECMO circuit, related
technology, and patient status. The incumbent identifies and
corrects problems associated with the ECMO procedure and initiates
and evaluates interventions consistent with protocol. The ES
consults with the ECMO physician when patient condition and/or
protocol limits or directives are in question. As a member of the
ECMO team, this position works closely with other team members and
health care providers to provide patient care in accordance with
the patient?s individualized care plan. 5.1 Monitors and adjusts
ECMO circuit settings (e.g. heat exchanger temperature, pump flow,
sweep gas) to maintain parameters established by the ECMO
physician. Demonstrate a culture of safety through a hand-off of
the ECMO patient covering all aspects of the patient?s care and the
state of the ECMO circuit. Qualifications EDUCATION Associates of
Science degree and certificate of completion of Respiratory Care
Program approved by Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
(CoARC) and current active license by the State of Connecticut as a
Respiratory Care Practitioner. Registration by the National Board
for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year as an RRT in Critical Care, Pediatric
or Neonatal LICENSURE CT RCP License BLS Advanced LS related to
patient population as assigned (preferred) SPECIAL SKILLS Expert
knowledge of respiratory care assessments, procedures, equipment,
application and appropriate documentation. Excellent oral and
written communication. Excellent organizational, leadership,
supervisory and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under
stressful conditions. Computer literacy. YNHHS Requisition ID
151441
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