Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT (PRN)

Riverview Regional Medical Center; Gadsden, Louisville (AL, KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare facility as a per diem Respiratory Therapist. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, performing essential respiratory procedures and diagnostics. You'll be part of a compassionate team committed to quality care and community service. With competitive compensation and generous benefits, this position not only supports your professional growth but also allows you to make a significant impact on patient lives in a supportive environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous healthcare benefits plan

401K

Qualifications

• Must hold Alabama state Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• RRT or CRT certification from NBRC is required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document patient care.
• Lead team in the absence of a supervisor.

Skills

Respiratory therapeutic procedures

Pulmonary diagnostic procedures

Patient assessment

Documentation of care

Team leadership

Evaluation and diagnosis of cardiopulmonary problems

Education

Alabama state Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Registered Respiratory Therapist certification

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

PALS certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT (PRN)

Facility

Riverview Regional Medical Center

Location

US-AL-Gadsden

ID

2025-200609

Category

Clinical Tech

Position Type

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

Riverview Regional Medical Center is looking for an exceptional per diem, variable shift Respiratory Therapists (RT), Certified (CRT) or Registered (RRT), to join our Respiratory Care team!

Located in Gadsden, Alabama, Riverview Regional Medical Center is a 281-bed acute-care hospital serving more than 350,000 residents in Etowah and surrounding counties. A full range of services and programs are offered, including the only accredited Cath Lab in Northeast Alabama, Sleep Lab, Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, and the Women's Diagnostic Imaging Center. Riverview Regional Medical Center is accredited by The Joint Commission and is rated among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety. Riverview is also the area's highest rated hospital, receiving Four-Stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Originally named Holy Name of Jesus Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center was founded in 1917 by the Sisters of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity. To learn more about Riverview Regional Medical Center and the services it provides, visit www.riverviewregional.com.

Our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Riverview Regional Medical Center is actively seeking Respiratory Therapists (RT) to join its award-winning team! We offer:

competitive compensation
• generous healthcare benefits plan
• 401K

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) is looking for an exceptional per diem, variable shift Respiratory Therapists (RT), Certified (CRT) or Registered (RRT), to join our Respiratory Care team. Our Respiratory Therapists work under the direction and authorization of the Medical Director and Cardiopulmonary Director/Manager. The CRT/RRT duties include, but are not limited to:

• performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician
• emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient
• in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as team lead, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift
• evaluation, diagnosis, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary problems
• such patients include those with emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cardiac failure, and chest trauma

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Alabama state Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and/or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from NBRC
• BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current
• NRP certificate, preferred
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree, preferred

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