Registered Respiratory Therapist-Full-Time

Reports to the team leader. The chief objective of this position is to demonstrate knowledge and skill in Respiratory Care with an emphasis in critical care.

Requirements

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care, or graduate of an NBRC and AMA approved Respiratory Program meeting requirement for eligibility of the NBRC Exam
• One (1) year of clinical experience as a respiratory therapist (clinical training from an accredited Respiratory Care program is acceptable)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• State-approved license to practice respiratory care in Tennessee, ABG endorsed
• Current AHA BLS certification (completed prior to starting and maintained)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field
• Two to three (2-3) years of critical care experience as a registered therapist
• Current ACLS, PALS, or NRP certification

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply principles and practices of respiratory therapy
• Demonstrate proficiency with all equipment utilized in the respiratory care department
• Perform critical care and general floor care assessments for patients from school-age to older adults
• Participate in the CQI team for data collection and process improvements
• Recommend effective utilization of available respiratory technology
• Adjust and correct respiratory care and equipment as needed
• Serve as a preceptor for new employees and peers in advanced training
• Assist with clinical training of respiratory therapy students (teaching hospital role)
• Support clinical-based research projects related to respiratory care efficiency and appropriateness
• Perform airway management and CPR
• Exhibit strong organizational and communication skills in patient care areas

Skills

• Computer proficiency
• Time management
• Analytical and communication skills
• Critical care and general floor care functional skills

Pay

$5,000 sign-on bonus.