Resp Therapist CRT - PRN Nights

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist CRT for night shifts. This role involves delivering respiratory care, monitoring patient responses, and ensuring safety protocols. The qualified candidate will be responsible for administering treatments and collaborating with a healthcare team to optimize patient recovery.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Proficient in administering pharmacological and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy and aerosol treatments.
• Conducts patient assessments and monitors responses to respiratory treatments.
• Communicates effectively with healthcare staff and documents all treatments.

Skills

Communication

Patient Assessment

Ventilator Management

Airway Maintenance

Education

CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

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Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist – CRT delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols. Working under the direction of ordering physician/clinician, this role conducts patient assessments, monitors responses to therapy, and implements individualized treatment plans to support respiratory function and patient recovery. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, promotes patient safety, and collaborates with the healthcare team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist – CRT delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols. Working under the direction of ordering physician/clinician, this role conducts patient assessments, monitors responses to therapy, and implements individualized treatment plans to support respiratory function and patient recovery. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, promotes patient safety, and collaborates with the healthcare team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Administers respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and chest physiotherapy, based on physician orders and protocols.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process.
• Conducts patient assessments, correlating care with patient needs, and monitors responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.
• Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
• Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
• Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.
• Ensures adherence to patient identification protocols, safety measures, and infection control standards in all procedures.
• Administers medications as prescribed, utilizing patient safety techniques to maintain proper delivery and documentation.
• Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
• Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
• Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
• Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
• Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU required
• STABLE - Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU required
  
  

State Specific Requirements

• Alabama: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• Florida: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certifications required.
• Georgia: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required within 90 days of employment. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course required within 30 days of employment.
• Indiana: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certifications required within 90 days of employment. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required with 12 months of employment. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course required within 30 days of employment. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Mississippi: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• North Carolina: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• New Mexico: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• Texas: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course required within 30 days of employment. STABLE certification required for NICU therapists within 6 months of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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