Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

About the role

Provides respiratory care to patients. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned. Performs various respiratory therapy services at an advanced level in accordance with departmental policy and procedure to ensure therapeutic or diagnostic procedures prescribed by physicians are carried out in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to assigned patients and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information at all times
• Demonstrates the ability to assess patients’ understanding of and compliance with instructions
• Maintains stocked supplies and gas cylinders
• Demonstrated skill with office machines, computer, hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and patient therapeutic equipment/machines
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory care program
• Licensure/Certifications: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist license with ABG Analyst endorsement from the State of Tennessee; NBRC RRT credential; BLS; ACLS; PALS; for Bartlett hires – NRP-NICU CRT; NRP CRT

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program and Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
• Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status