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The respiratory care department employs approximately 60 therapists and nine equipment technicians. We provide care to patients of all age 24 hours a day utilizing respiratory care protocols.
The respiratory care department has opportunities for full-time, part-time, and per diem respiratory care practitioners licensed in the State of Rhode Island.
Newly hired employees work either the night shift or evening shift. We offer both 12 hour and eight hour shifts. The orientation period for per diem employees is six weeks, while full-time/part-time employees orient for 11 weeks, regardless of experience. Respiratory care practitioners (RCP) are required to rotate through all adult and pediatric units, however, RCPs may request to work in a specific area which usually can be accommodated 75 to 80 percent of the time.
The respiratory care department at Rhode Island Hospital is on the leading edge of technology. We can provide patients with almost any type/style of care necessary to make their recovery positive. Several of our staff have been published in leading respiratory journals, and we strive to keep ourselves on the forefront of patient care.
The respiratory care department offers tuition reimbursement to practitioners who wish to advance their education in respiratory therapy. This tuition reimbursement program is in addition to financial programs the hospital offers.
If you have questions regarding department tuition reimbursement please call Joseph Drinkwine, RRT, clinical manager at 401-444-5275.
