Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Prisma; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide expert patient care in acute and critical settings at Blount Memorial Hospital. You will work under physician orders, collaborate with the healthcare team, and ensure safe ventilation and airway management while complying with infection control protocols.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, accurate documentation, and effective communication with supervisors and colleagues to support high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or graduate of a Respiratory Care Program.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state of practice and RRT.
• BLS, and other unit-specific certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures per physician orders and policy.
• Initiate and manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Handle airway management and related equipment.
• Collect blood gases, analyze results, and document findings.
• Educate patients and families and communicate reports to the care team.

Skills

Ventilation management

Infection control

Patient education

Team communication

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide expert patient care in acute and critical settings at Blount Memorial Hospital. You will work under physician orders, collaborate with the healthcare team, and ensure safe ventilation and airway management while complying with infection control protocols.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, accurate documentation, and effective communication with supervisors and colleagues to support high-quality outcomes.