Respiratory Therapist: Advanced Care & Life-Saving Support

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Student loan support

Tuition assistance

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care per physician orders, under clinician oversight. The role involves patient assessments, therapy monitoring, and implementing individualized plans to support respiratory function and recovery.

The position requires documenting thoroughly, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with the care team to meet organizational and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years healthcare experience preferred
• Ability to follow physician orders and clinical protocols
• Comfort with administering oxygen therapy and aerosol treatments

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory treatments per physician orders and protocols
• Monitors patient responses and adjusts treatment as needed
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance
• Documents treatments, assessments, and patient responses accurately
• Ensures adherence to safety, PPE, and infection control standards
• Communicates with healthcare team and leadership to coordinate care

Skills

Respiratory care

Ventilator management

EMR documentation

Infection control

Communication skills

Education

CRT Certification

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

STABLE Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems seeks a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care per physician orders, under clinician oversight. The role involves patient assessments, therapy monitoring, and implementing individualized plans to support respiratory function and recovery.

The position requires documenting thoroughly, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with the care team to meet organizational and regulatory standards.