Job Information
State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services Respiratory Therapist in Norwalk, Connecticut
Respiratory Therapist
Office/On-site
Recruitment # 250103-6881FK-001
Location Norwalk, CT
Date Opened 1/8/2025 12:00:00 AM
Salary $63,443 - $84,813/year (*New State Employees start at the minimum of the salary range)
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 1/14/2025 11:59:00 PM
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Introduction
If you are you interested in a career that you are passionate about and receive personal fulfillment while making a difference, then we might have just the opportunity for you to join our team!
At the State o f Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , De partment of Developmental Services ( DDS (https://portal.ct.gov/dds) ) we are currently recruiting to fill one job opportunity as a Respiratory Therapist (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6881FK&R1=&R3=) , which will be based in Norwalk, CT.
What We Can Offer You:
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P rofessional growth and development opportunitie s
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Your role as a Respiratory Therapist (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6881FK&R1=&R3=)
In this role you will be entrusted to administer advanced respiratory therapies, including mechanical artificial ventilation, and various basic therapies such as intermittent positive pressure breathing, aerosol treatments, sputum induction, and postural drainage. Additionally, we will have you:
Accurately record treatment details on patient charts.
Set up, operate, and monitor all types of ventilatory support.
Conduct diagnostic tests for cardiopulmonary conditions, including blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing.
Actively participate in resuscitative efforts as needed.
Clean, sterilize, assemble, and perform minor maintenance on therapeutic equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.
Position Highlights
The full-time schedule for PCN 144407 is as follows:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
However, flexibility is required to meet the needs of the agency.
About Us:
DDS (https://portal.ct.gov/dds?language=en_US) partners with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.
We hope you take this opportunity to join our team and make an impact serving your state!
Selection Plan
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Application Process:
This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.
In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut.
Selection Process:
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.
Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=IT&preview=1) .
Contact Information:
If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or (Edward.Magnano@ct.gov)
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at Ethan.Ives@ct.gov .
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state hospital or institution this class is accountable for performing diagnostic testing and administering a full range of respiratory therapy with emphasis on the more difficult procedures.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Administers more difficult types of therapy (i.e. mechanical artificial ventilation) and various basic types of respiratory therapy (i.e. intermittent positive pressure breathing therapy) and aerosol, sputum induction and postural drainage treatments;
Records treatments on individual charts;
Sets up, operates and monitors all ventilatory support;
Performs diagnostic testing for cardiopulmonary pathology including blood gas analyses and pulmonary function testing;
Participates in resuscitative efforts;
Cleans, sterilizes, assembles and performs minor maintenance on therapeutic equipment;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of
equipment, procedures, techniques and terminology used in respiratory therapy and related diagnostic testing;
technical aspects of cardiopulmonary physiology and pathology;
Interpersonal skills;
Considerable ability to work therapeutically with individuals;
Ability to prepare written reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain a license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health in accordance with the applicable Connecticut General Statutes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to those who possess the following experience:
Experience with current COVID-19 guidance and infection control processes.
Experience providing guidance to clinical team members.
Experience working within an interdisciplinary team.
Experience working with the type of individuals serviced by the agency.
Experience with hospice and end of life care.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates will be required to take a physical examination to demonstrate sufficient physical strength for efficient performance of duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and/or adjust equipment and individuals; may have some exposure to communicable and/or infectious diseases and uncooperative or abusive individuals; may be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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