Respiratory Therapist - FT Nights

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health - Central Alabama is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist for full-time night shifts at Baptist Medical Center South. The role involves treating and managing patients with pulmonary issues, requiring active ASBRT LRT and NBRC CRT certifications.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills and be able to work under tight deadlines. Responsibilities include assessing patient care plans and working alongside medical staff.

Qualifications

• RRT must be obtained within 12 months in position.
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties involved with the treatment and management of patients with pulmonary system deficiencies.
• Communicate with physicians and the respiratory team regarding patients' progress.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reasoning ability

Independent judgment

Education

Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

ASBRT Certification

NBRC CRT Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist - FT Nights

Summary

The Certified Respiratory Therapist shall perform duties involved with the treatment, management control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities within the Pulmonary system. The role includes communicating with physicians and the respiratory team regarding patients' progress in relation to the care plan. Additional duties may be assigned within the scope of the role.

Education and Experience

Degree in Respiratory Therapy. RRT must be obtained within 12 months in position.

License and Certification

Active ASBRT LRT required, Active NBRC CRT required, BLS required. Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) may be required depending upon area assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to successfully complete work within rigid time constraints.
• Must possess reasoning ability and good independent judgment.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

Position requires walking 33%, sitting 33%, and standing 33% of the time during the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands, and repetitive action. Must be able to push and pull equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. Continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Must be able to assist and maneuver patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds. Requires occasional interfacility transport via ground transportation.

Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

Third Shift (United States of America)