Acute Care Respiratory Therapist — Ventilator & ABG

Community Health Systems; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Flowood, MS. The role involves administering respiratory therapies, conducting assessments, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans under physician orders to promote effective respiratory care.

You will document thoroughly, follow infection control standards, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• RRT certification required.
• ACLS and PALS are required; NRP and STABLE when NICU assignment applies.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modalities prior to procedures.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Performs pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Maintains ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Documents all treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly in EMR.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway maintenance

Patient assessment

EMR documentation

Infection control

Communication skills

Education

RRT certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Flowood, MS. The role involves administering respiratory therapies, conducting assessments, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans under physician orders to promote effective respiratory care.

You will document thoroughly, follow infection control standards, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety and high-quality care.