Pulmonary Technologist, Days

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our clinical team. You will deliver care ordered by physicians, participate in patient education, and uphold hospital policies in a calm, professional environment.

This on-site role emphasizes accurate documentation, timely supply management, and collaborative problem-solving while maintaining a focus on patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in respiratory care.
• Diploma required.
• CRT or RRT credential; RRT must be obtained within 6 months of hire; KY license.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care as ordered by the physician.
• Educate patients and families about medications, therapy, and diagnostic modalities.
• Ensure accurate patient documentation and monitoring.
• Orders supplies and medications as needed.
• Assist in other duties as assigned.
• Maintains current knowledge via hospital and department communication tools.
• Identifies problems and recommends ideas and solutions.

Skills

Respiratory care experience

Education

Diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

Report to work on time and ready to work in a quiet professional manner, following hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Provide quality care as ordered by the patient's physician(s). Provide patient and family education related to medications, therapy and diagnostic modalities provided. Ensures accurate patient documentation and monitoring. orders supplies and medications. Assist in other duties as assigned. Maintains current knowledge via hospital and department communication tools. Identifies problems and recommends ideas and solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

• One year in respiratory care
• Diploma
• One of: CRT or RRT, RRT must be obtained within 6 months of hire. AND Respiratory Therapist (KY)

Desired:

• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist OR Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologist