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Respiratory Therapist (RT) Full-time Nights
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Respiratory Therapist role evaluates, treats, and cares for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. Practicing under the direction of the Respiratory Department Head. Respiratory therapists assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures, including the supervision of respiratory therapy Technicians. Assesses patients and recommends respiratory therapy treatments. The doctor recommends respiratory therapy treatments. Plans, prepares and administers respiratory therapy treatments including IPPB, aerosol, chest physical therapy, incentive spirometry, and sputum inductions, in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs diagnostic pulmonary and cardiac tests. Inspects, tests, maintains and operates respiratory therapy equipment. Responds to "code blue" calls and assists by maintaining the patient's airway and performs CPR. Instructs respiratory technicians. Patient care documentation is timely, legible, and efficient. Notes are concise, pertinent and meet departmental documentation standards. Utilize resources and materials in an efficient and safe manner. Performs all duties promptly in a competent and caring manner. Present a neat appearance and dress in compliance with the client facilities' policies. While on assignment, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible and accountable to their assigned patients and to the client institution. The Respiratory Therapist is under the direct supervision of the Department Head or other assigned personnel and must have the ability to follow directions/instruction from his/her supervisor.Qualifications:
Associate degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program. A minimum of 6 months of experience in a skilled nursing facility setting is required. Current license as a Respiratory Therapist as required by the state of Tennessee. National Provider BLS or CPR - American Heart Association upon hire We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law. Full-time NightsBenefits
- Dental Insurance
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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.
$62,609 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth