Acute Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Ventilators & ABG

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders. You will perform assessments, monitor responses, and implement treatment plans to promote respiratory health.

You will document thoroughly, maintain patient safety, and collaborate with healthcare teams. The role requires adherence to policies, PPE use, and effective communication, with responsibilities including ventilator

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT certification required.
• ACLS and PALS required; NRP and STABLE if NICU involvement.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedures.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures.
• Performs pulmonary testing as assigned.
• Follows respiratory protocols and safety guidelines.
• Maintains and cleans respiratory equipment.
• Documents all treatments and patient responses clearly.
• Ensures PPE use and infection control compliance.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Responds to emergencies with appropriate interventions.
• Implements age-specific oxygen therapy considerations.

Skills

Proficient in respiratory procedures

Strong communication

Ventilator management

EMR documentation

Regulatory and infection control

Professional development

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders. You will perform assessments, monitor responses, and implement treatment plans to promote respiratory health.

You will document thoroughly, maintain patient safety, and collaborate with healthcare teams. The role requires adherence to policies, PPE use, and effective communication, with responsibilities including ventilator