Registered Respiratory Therapist | RRT | Le Bonheur Children's | FT | Senior

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist (Sr RRT) to join our team. This position assists the Supervisor with the day-to-day operations of the Respiratory Care Department and performs specialized respiratory care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine respiratory therapy procedures including IPPB, O2 therapy, humidity/aerosol therapy, pulmonary function lab, neonatal intensive care, HBO.
• Captures and analyzes patient data, conducts inspiratory force measurements and vital capacity tests, performs arterial blood gas punctures and analysis.
• Conducts bedside pulmonary function tests and in-lab tests with appropriate training.
• Assesses patients through observation, clinical data gathering, and reports findings accurately, making referrals as needed.
• Provides educational development and serves as a technical resource for patients, families, physicians, students, and other hospital staff.
• Participates in departmental and hospital continuous improvement opportunities.
• May assist with tracheal intubations, bronchoscopy, and other invasive procedures under supervision.

Requirements

• Required: Associates Degree in Respiratory Care; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Required: ICU, NICU, or CVU experience; 1-3 years of experience in a specialty area such as hyperbaric medicine, pulmonology, etc.; 1-3 years RRT experience.
• Required: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; Neonatal-Pediatric Specialty certification; Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) certification; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licenses from Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification; Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) certification from National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Preferred: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; Certified Asthma Educator certification; Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) certification from National Board for Respiratory Care; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license from Tennessee; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license from Arkansas; Certified Pulmonary Functions Technologist (CPFT) certification from National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Physical Demands: Medium work - up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 25 lbs. of force frequently. Close visual acuity, ability to react quickly to emergencies, and exposure to hazardous materials.

Qualifications

• Must have completed competency and skill in advanced airway management.
• Ability to communicate verbally with associates, physicians, and other professionals.
• Preferably, prepared by education, training, or experience to work with age-specific populations.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow.

Skills

• Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials.
• Good balance and coordination.
• Exposure to patient body fluids and hazardous materials.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Join us and be part of a team that cares deeply about the communities we serve.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of our patients and community.