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Baptist Health System KY & IN

Respiratory Care Therapist (CRT/RRT) Part Time Nights

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/19/2026

Location: La Grange, KY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/8/2026

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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.

$61,680 / year median in Kentucky

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Summary Job Description:

Respiratory Care Therapist (CRT/RRT)-

Part Time, Nights Status:

Part Time Shift:

Third •Every third weekend required•

Job Summary:

The registered respiratory therapist assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases and conditions. This includes the delivery of medicated and non-medicated therapy as ordered by the provider. Additionally, therapists provide invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support for acute respiratory failure. As part of patient assessment and management, the therapist performs diagnostic test procedures. In addition, therapists assist in departmental operations by addicting with quality improvement projects, equipment and supplies. The certified therapist follows all applicable rules and regulations established by the licensure board depending on the state in which respiratory therapy is practiced.

Requirements:

Requires successful completion of accredited program for Respiratory Care. NBRC Certification Required (CRT/RRT). Active Kentucky Respiratory Care Practitioner License Required. Basic Cardiac Life Support due within 90 days of hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support due within 6 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program due within 6 months of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support due within 6 months of hire. Work Experience Education If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.