Registered Respiratory Therapist - Patient-Centric Care

Pine Forest; Norwood (MS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Forest is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform critical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and diagnostics under physician directives, ensuring resident safety. The role emphasizes high standards of patient communication and care planning within a long-term care setting.

Requirements include completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program and state licensure as an RRT, with at least two years of experience.

Qualifications

• Education: AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program completion and ARRT registration.
• Experience: Two years or more in respiratory therapy.
• Licensing: State licensure as Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Skills: Effective communication; ability to read, write, speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care procedures and diagnostic procedures per physician directives.
• Assist physicians in assessing therapy efficacy and planning care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Follow safety, regulatory, and long-term care guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Respiratory care principles

Clinical data interpretation

Electronic medical records

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program

Registered by AARC

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Pine Forest is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform critical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and diagnostics under physician directives, ensuring resident safety. The role emphasizes high standards of patient communication and care planning within a long-term care setting.

Requirements include completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program and state licensure as an RRT, with at least two years of experience.