Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – $7.5k Sign-On

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with Matching

Student Loan Support

Educational Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves administering respiratory care procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The position offers a generous $7,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of respiratory experience, with responsibilities including managing ventilator settings and performing assessments. Strong communication and judgment skills are critical for successful patient interactions and emergency situations.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs and documents arterial blood gas punctures accurately.
• Communicates effectively with peers and healthcare staff to ensure patient care.

Skills

Pharmacological procedures

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Electronic medical record systems

Education

RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist

BCLS – Basic Life Support

ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support

PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves administering respiratory care procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The position offers a generous $7,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of respiratory experience, with responsibilities including managing ventilator settings and performing assessments. Strong communication and judgment skills are critical for successful patient interactions and emergency situations.