Acute Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Expert

Northeast Regional Medical Center; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, MO seeks a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders. You will assess patients, monitor responses, and implement treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care and rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
• Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure to facilitate cooperation.
• Performs ABG punctures accurately and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Performs pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Follows respiratory protocols and safety guidelines.

Skills

Ventilator management

ABG puncture

EMR documentation

Infection control

Team communication

Job description

Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, MO seeks a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders. You will assess patients, monitor responses, and implement treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care and rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with healthcare teams.