Respiratory Care Technologist — PFTs, Ventilators & CPR

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Whitesburg (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Whitesburg, KY, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care under the licensed respiratory care practice. You will perform pulmonary function testing, CPAP/BiPAP setup, and assist with arterial blood gas analyses.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, Kentucky license, and NBRC certification; BLS and ACLS preferred. You will join a team that supports safety, quality, and patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care required.
• Kentucky license in respiratory care required.
• NBRC certification and BLS required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience with PFT, ABIs, EEG/ECG testing workflows is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care services under licensed practice.
• Set up and monitor oxygen delivery and CPAP/BIPAP devices.
• Perform pulmonary function tests and related analyses.
• Assist with arterial blood gas collection and interpretation.
• Maintain equipment, practice safety protocols, and document patient progress.
• Participate in code teams and CPR when needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and therapists to optimize care.

Skills

Problem solving

Digital literacy

Pulmonary Function test

ABIs

ECG/EKG

CPAP/BIPAP setup

Six minute walk test

CPR certification

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PFT equipment

Ventilator awareness

Oxygen delivery systems

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Whitesburg, KY, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care under the licensed respiratory care practice. You will perform pulmonary function testing, CPAP/BiPAP setup, and assist with arterial blood gas analyses.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, Kentucky license, and NBRC certification; BLS and ACLS preferred. You will join a team that supports safety, quality, and patient advocacy.