Respiratory Therapist CRT 20P - Respiratory Therapy - PRN - Shift Varies

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist responsible for delivering patient care in critical and general care areas. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma and be licensed by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy, with strong communication skills and the ability to perform critical care procedures. Additional certifications such as BLS, ACLS, or PALS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy.
• Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care required.
• BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care directed toward critical care areas.
• Function in critical settings including mechanical ventilation support.
• Perform bronchial hygiene and oxygen therapy procedures.

Skills

Communication

Prioritizing Tasks

Bronchial Hygiene

Oxygen Therapy

Respiratory Diagnostic Procedures

Mechanical Ventilation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

This position represents patient care directed toward critical care areas, step down areas, general care areas and critical care transports.

Qualifications

Education required: High School Diploma/GED Required

License, certification and/or registration: Applicants must be licensed by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy. Must be certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Certification of BLS is preferred for hiral processes required within the orientation period, not to exceed 90 days of hire or transfer. ACLS and or PALS certifications are preferred.

Experience: Clinical experience obtained while attending Respiratory program and will be able to function in critical settings including initiation, and support of, mechanical ventilation. Additional experience relating to intubation and critical care transport competencies are preferred

Additional skills/abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must have the ability to perform and recommend procedures in all areas of bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, respiratory diagnostic procedures, and all levels of mechanical ventilation.