Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN, NMMC Gilmore-Amory

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Tupelo is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This entry-level role involves conducting assessments, managing ventilatory care, and maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge in patient care across various age groups and ensure high-quality therapy standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, with credential maintained through the NBRC.
• Maintain a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical and physical assessments for individualized patient-focused therapy.
• Select and maintain equipment for respiratory therapy.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment

Documentation

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN, NMMC Gilmore-Amory

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Job Description

Therapeutic Modalities: Ventilatory management, recommending and administering therapeutic regimes, airway management.

Diagnostic: Assess and perform acid-base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control, and diagnostic procedures.

Assessment: Conduct clinical and physical assessments to ensure individualized patient-focused therapy.

Documentation: Maintain records to provide complete clinical information, ensure accurate patient charting and billing.

Equipment: Select, assemble, ensure proper function, perform quality control, and maintain infection control.

Education: Serve as an instructor to students and groups upon request.

Job Knowledge

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, with credential maintained through the NBRC.
• Maintain a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state of employment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill to care for a wide range of patients, including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, primarily caring for adults.
• Complete hospital and department-specific orientation upon onboarding.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare