Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Ventilator & Care Specialist

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT). You will deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care per physician orders, assess patients, monitor responses, and adjust treatment plans to support respiratory function and recovery.

Accurate documentation and safe, evidence-based care are essential. Requirements include CRT certification and BCLS; ACLS, PALS, NRP if NICU are preferred.

Qualifications

• CRT certification required.
• BCLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required.
• NRP/STABLE if NICU experience may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory treatments per physician orders and protocols.
• Conduct patient assessments and monitor responses to therapy.
• Manage ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Document treatments, assessments, and patient responses accurately.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols in all procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

EMR documentation

Infection control

Communication skills

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT). You will deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care per physician orders, assess patients, monitor responses, and adjust treatment plans to support respiratory function and recovery.

Accurate documentation and safe, evidence-based care are essential. Requirements include CRT certification and BCLS; ACLS, PALS, NRP if NICU are preferred.