Respiratory Therapist CRT - Respiratory Therapy - FT - 3rd Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital Health System seeks dedicated respiratory therapists to provide patient care across various critical care settings, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Candidates must hold relevant certifications and possess strong communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending account

Short term and long term disability

401K matching

Employee discounts on services and products

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in respiratory therapy and critical care settings.
• Certification of BLS preferred.
• Ability to function in critical environments and support mechanical ventilation.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in critical care and general areas.
• Perform respiratory diagnostic procedures and bronchial hygiene.
• Support mechanical ventilation and critical care transports.

Skills

Communication

Bronchial hygiene

Oxygen therapy

Mechanical ventilation

Critical care competencies

Education

HS/GED Required

Licensed by Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy

Certified by National Board for Respiratory Care

ACLS/PALS certifications

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/Licensure/Certifications

HS/GED Required. Applicants must be licensed by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy and 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.

About Us

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently namedBest Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to theU.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401Korganization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discountsto phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers:https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development:https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville:https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al