Respiratory Therapist Night Shift

Jackson Hospital; Montgomery (AL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shift on an internal contract. The role involves bedside care, patient assessment, and collaboration with the health care team to deliver evidence-based respiratory therapies.

Ideal candidates have an AMA-approved program, Alabama licensure, and certifications such as BLS/ACLS, with preference for RRT and neonatal experience. The position requires good computer skills and physical stamina.

Qualifications

• AMA-approved program in respiratory care.
• Prefer 1 year of critical care and neonatal experience.
• RRT or CRT credentials; RRT preferred; BLS and ACLS required; PALS and NRP preferred.
• Current Alabama license required.
• Computer skills for Hospital Information System and devices.
• Standing, walking, bending, lifting and moving patients with rolling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care under physician orders and protocols for all age groups.
• Assess, educate, intervene and communicate with the health care team.
• Promote evidence-based practices and stay current in the field.
• Attend required hospital and departmental education sessions.

Skills

Critical care experience

Neonatal experience

RRT

CRT

BLS certified

ACLS certified

PALS preferred

NRP preferred

Alabama license

HIS/computer skills

Mobility/physical stamina

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Hospital Information System

Job description

Respiratory Therapist Night Shift- Internal Contract

#6427

Montgomery, Alabama, United States

Job Requirements

AMA-approved program for respiratory care. Prefer 1 year critical care and neonatal experience. RRT or CRT; RRT preferred, BLS and ACLS required, PALS and NRP preferred. Current Alabama License required. Computer skills required for use of Hospital Information System and other devices. Standing and walking for long periods of time, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, maneuvering heavy rolling equipment long distances, assisting hospital staff in positioning and moving patients.

Job Description

Performs under the scope of practice of the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy Chapter 798-X-4. Provides all duties within scope of practice as ordered by physician or protocol and for all age groups as assigned. Promotes best practices in respiratory care through the application of evidenced based medicine involving patient assessment, recommendation, education, intervention and communication with the health care team. Follows Jackson Hospital Standards of performance, works well in a team, supports operations, and performance improvement. Attends required hospital and departmental based education and stays current in field.

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