Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Care Expert

Starr Regional Medical Center; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens, TN is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join the Cardiopulmonary team. You will perform and monitor respiratory care per plan of care, support patient comfort, and collaborate with multidisciplinary staff.

The role requires state licensure in Tennessee, ABG endorsement, and completion of an RT program; BLS and ACLS within 6 months; opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee Respiratory Therapist license.
• ABG endorsement.
• Associates degree or completion of a Respiratory Therapy Certification Program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care; monitors patient condition.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes and best practices.
• Responds to codes and emergent requests; delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates patients and families about illness and community resources.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Operates electrophysiology/cardiac stress test equipment for diagnostic tests per standards.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Education

Associates degree or RT Certification Program completion

Tools

Blood Gas Analyzer

Job description

Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens, TN is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join the Cardiopulmonary team. You will perform and monitor respiratory care per plan of care, support patient comfort, and collaborate with multidisciplinary staff.

The role requires state licensure in Tennessee, ABG endorsement, and completion of an RT program; BLS and ACLS within 6 months; opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits.