Night Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Ventilator Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; 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 assess patients, monitor responses, implement treatment plans, and document outcomes in a safe, compliant environment in Knoxville, TN. You will collaborate with healthcare teams, manage ventilator settings, and ensure PPE and infection control standards are followed while maintaining accurate records and delivering

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP and STABLE certifications may be required for NICU assignments.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patients to treatment modality prior to procedures.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Performs pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Follows respiratory protocols and safety standards.

Skills

Respiratory procedures

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Infection control

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 assess patients, monitor responses, implement treatment plans, and document outcomes in a safe, compliant environment in Knoxville, TN. You will collaborate with healthcare teams, manage ventilator settings, and ensure PPE and infection control standards are followed while maintaining accurate records and delivering