Respiratory Therapist | Impactful Care, Loan Support & 401(k)

Community Health Systems; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with employer matching

Student Loan Support – Up to $10,000

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, MS. The role involves administering respiratory treatments, monitoring patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care.

The ideal candidate holds an RRT with ACLS and PALS. 1-3 years of acute care experience is preferred, with strong communication and EMR documentation skills. This on-site position offers day shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) required; ACLS and PALS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs ABG punctures and documents results.
• Maintains airway management and ventilator settings; ensures patient safety.

Skills

Communication

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Infection control

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, MS. The role involves administering respiratory treatments, monitoring patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care.

The ideal candidate holds an RRT with ACLS and PALS. 1-3 years of acute care experience is preferred, with strong communication and EMR documentation skills. This on-site position offers day shifts and comprehensive benefits.