Respiratory Therapist CRT: Ventilator & Patient Care

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employment in a community hospital

Job summary

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care under physician orders and established protocols.

You will conduct patient assessments, monitor responses to therapy, and implement individualized treatment plans while ensuring accurate documentation and patient safety. Collaboration with the healthcare team and adherence to regulatory standards are essential.

Qualifications

• CRT-certified respiratory therapist with current credentials.
• Ability to manage ventilators and airway maintenance.
• Strong communication with healthcare teams and families.
• Proficient in EMR documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Commitment to infection control and patient safety.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory treatments per physician orders and protocols.
• Monitors patient responses and adjusts therapy as needed.
• Documents treatments, assessments, and outcomes clearly.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Ensures safe patient identification and PPE use.
• Communicates with care team and leadership regarding needs.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Infection control

Regulatory knowledge

Education

CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation (NICU)

STABLE - Neonatal Certification (NICU)

Job description

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care under physician orders and established protocols.

You will conduct patient assessments, monitor responses to therapy, and implement individualized treatment plans while ensuring accurate documentation and patient safety. Collaboration with the healthcare team and adherence to regulatory standards are essential.