Night Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Great Benefits

Parkridge East Hospital; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Tuition assistance and loan support

Job summary

Parkridge East Hospital in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for full-time nights. The role involves delivering and assessing therapy, utilizing therapeutic gas equipment, and monitoring patient conditions.

Candidates must have an Associate Degree, RRT certification, and be willing to obtain ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications within specified timelines. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and educational support programs.

Qualifications

• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required within specified timeframes.
• Experience with routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Ability to operate, clean, and sterilize respiratory therapy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess responses to ordered therapy.
• Utilize various types of oxygen and therapeutic gas equipment.
• Administer prescribed medicinal gases and aerosol drugs.

Skills

Oxygen and therapeutic gas equipment usage

Patient monitoring and assessment

Ventilatory volume measurement

Education

Associate Degree

RRT/RCP-State certification

Tools

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

7pm-7am (Rotating weekends/holidays)

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Respiratory Therapist today with Parkridge East Hospital.

Full-Time Nights - RRT

7pm-7am (Rotating weekends/holidays)

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Respiratory Therapist today with Parkridge East Hospital.

Job Summary And Qualifications

As the Registered Respiratory Therapist(RRT), you will be responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies and procedures. The RRT administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system, performs diagnostic tests of the cardiovascular and pulmonary system to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders.

What you will do in this role:?

• Deliver and assess responses to ordered therapy per plan of care including routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Utilize various types of oxygen and other therapeutic gas equipment such as masks, tents and incubators.
• Administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosol drugs.
• Measure ventilatory volumes, pressures and blood gas analysis.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition and general acceptance of treatment.
• Perform a variety of duties related to setting up, operating, cleaning, sterilizing, and storing respiratory therapy equipment
  
  

What qualifications you will need:

• ACLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• BLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• PALS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Associate Degree
• TN (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner
  
  

Benefits

Parkridge East Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
  
  

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Parkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge. We provide a full range of medical and surgical services. These services include orthopedics and robotic surgery. We have a 24/7 Emergency Department. This ED is recognized by the Society of Chest Pain Centers as an Accredited Chest Pain Center. The facility also offers obstetrical care and complex gynecological procedures. We also hold a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Specialized providers in the NICU include neonatologists, neonatal nurses and respiratory therapists. These staff are on site at all times. Visit us for excellent general and OB care!

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.