Registered Respiratory Therapist — Clinical Leader

Baptist Memorial Health; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health in Union City, TN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver advanced respiratory care with NBRC-verified skills and clinical leadership. The role requires strong assessment, plan development, and collaboration with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes.

The position emphasizes education of patients and families, ongoing learning, and adherence to hospital orientation. A current state license and RRT credential are required for employment.

Qualifications

• Current state license for respiratory care.
• RRT credential (NBRC) required or endorsed.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• ABG endorsed, if applicable.
• Successful completion of hospital and departmental orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient.
• Develops the plan of care.
• Implements the plan of care.
• Evaluates the plan of care.
• Administers medications as prescribed.
• Provides patient, family, and/or significant other education.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Communicates and collaborates with others in patient care.
• Provides clinical leadership.
• Supports lifelong learning.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

RRT credential (NBRC)

State license for respiratory care

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health in Union City, TN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver advanced respiratory care with NBRC-verified skills and clinical leadership. The role requires strong assessment, plan development, and collaboration with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes.

The position emphasizes education of patients and families, ongoing learning, and adherence to hospital orientation. A current state license and RRT credential are required for employment.