Respiratory Therapist - Nights: Care Impact & Growth

Parkridge Medical Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Fertility benefits

PTO & leave

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide cardiopulmonary care in accordance with physician orders and department procedures. You will perform diagnostic tests to assist in diagnosing heart and lung disorders and deliver therapies as ordered.

The role requires ACLS/BCLS within 30 days, an associate degree, and state certification (TN RRT/RCP) with NBRC-RRT credentials. Join a large, patient-focused hospital near downtown Chattanooga.

Qualifications

• ACLS and BCLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Associate Degree is required.
• TN license and NBRC RRT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess respiratory care per plan of care and ordered therapies.
• Operate and monitor oxygen equipment, masks, tents, and incubators.
• Administer prescribed doses of gases and aerosol medications.
• Measure ventilatory volumes, pressures and blood gas values.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate treatment progress.
• Set up, operate, clean, sterilize, and store respiratory therapy equipment.

Skills

ACLS within 30 days

BCLS within 30 days

Education

Associate Degree

TN (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner

NBRC-RRT

Job description

Parkridge Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide cardiopulmonary care in accordance with physician orders and department procedures. You will perform diagnostic tests to assist in diagnosing heart and lung disorders and deliver therapies as ordered.

The role requires ACLS/BCLS within 30 days, an associate degree, and state certification (TN RRT/RCP) with NBRC-RRT credentials. Join a large, patient-focused hospital near downtown Chattanooga.