Work where every *moment matters*. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization. Tracheostomy Coordinator is responsible for coordinating individualized tracheostomy care for patients throughout the continuum. Ensure timely access to healthcare services from the time of tracheostomy placement through decannulation. Independently evaluates patient’s level of function and determines, develops, and implements individualized treatment goals and plans in alignment with the patient/caregiver goals. Responsible for leading the Tracheostomy Progression Team and supporting timely and safe transitions of care that encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and airway management to maximize the patient's functional independence through the care continuum. Works alongside the Difficult Airway Response Team (DART) to support nursing, speech, and respiratory therapy with continuous education and competency. Participates in system wide multidisciplinary initiatives dedicated to the care of patients with tracheostomy. *Qualifications:* * Bachelor’s degree or higher in allied health, speech or respiratory therapy from an accredited program.Master's Degree preferred. * Experience with tracheostomy patientsUnderstanding of airway anatomy and needs of patients with surgical airways. * 5 years acute care work experience with acute medical, surgical, cardiac, neurological and critically ill patients preferred. * Active license in Respiratory Care or Speech Pathology in the State of Connecticut required. * Basic Life Support (BLS) (upon hire or within 30 days of hire) We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is *your moment*. As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. **Job:** **Respiratory* **Organization:** **Hartford Hospital* **Title:** *Tracheostomy Coordinator - Respiratory Care* **Location:** *Connecticut-Hartford-80 Seymour Street (10008)* **Requisition ID:** *25154000*