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Respiratory Therapist, Reg II
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) 2018 Brookwood Medical Center Dr., Medical Building C, Suite 215, Birmingham, AL 35209Monday-Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |Friday:
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM Join a fast-paced and growing pulmonary specialty practice where you'll work alongside a supportive, collaborative, and growth-minded team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. We are seeking a skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who is passionate about pulmonary diagnostics and helping patients improve their respiratory health. In this role, you will work closely with providers to perform a variety of advanced pulmonary procedures and diagnostic testing in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, thrives in a busy environment, and has strong pulmonary function testing experience. About Baptist Health Medical Group Baptist Health Medical Group is a physician-led group established on a foundation of compassionate care and clinical excellence. Guided by this commitment to compassion and excellence, our teams of physicians, advanced practice professionals, nurses, clinicians and office staff work together to meet every patient's total healthcare needs. As part of Baptist Health's extensive network of comprehensive healthcare services, Baptist Health Medical Group is committed to providing the community easy access to integrated care. Our expansive range of practices offer close-to-home locations and convenient appointment options. Providing expert care in over 18 areas of focus — from primary care to specialty institutes — Baptist Health Medical Group includes more than 600 physicians and advanced practice professionals. Health Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Benefits Package thatIncludes:
Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care) Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Car Insurance Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debtALL BENEFITS START DAY ONE
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities Perform and interpret Full Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) , averaging 8 or more studies per day Conduct Methacholine Challenge Testing Perform Maximal Voluntary Ventilation (MVV) Complete Maximal Inspiratory and Expiratory Pressure (MIP/MEP) Testing Perform Negative Inspiratory Force (NIF) Assessments Maintain accurate patient documentation and testing records Ensure quality control and proper operation of respiratory diagnostic equipment Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to provide exceptional patient careQualifications:
What We're Looking For Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and Alabama licensure required Current BLS certification required Experience performing pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory testing preferred Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinic environmentBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$57,493 / year median in Alabama
+11% projected growth