Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Lifepoint Health®; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® in Carthage, Tennessee seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to enhance community wellness. The position prioritizes your experience and compassion, aiming to provide exceptional care.

Key responsibilities include measuring lung capacity and evaluating respiratory care policies based on patient outcomes. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical coverage, career advancement opportunities, and well-being programs.

Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Care Therapist.
• Valid and Current TN Board of Respiratory Care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within one month from hire/transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples.
• Delivers and assesses response to therapy per plan of care.
• Monitors patient condition and communicates appropriately.

Skills

Certified Respiratory Care Therapist

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Education

Valid and Current TN Board of Respiratory Care

Job description

Overview

Your Experience Matters. At Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas, we are driven by a commitment to prioritize well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. You are valued as a person as well as an employee. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives we serve.

How You\'ll Contribute

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance; participates as a member of the core team and rapid response team by responding to emergency or STAT calls to establish natural and artificial airways, including oral endotracheal intubations or to help or assess with any other respiratory-related issue.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Certified Respiratory Care Therapist
• Valid and Current TN Board of Respiratory Care
• (BLS) Basic Life Support required one month from hire/transfer date; (ACLS) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support six months from hire/transfer date; (PALS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support six months from hire/transfer date
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

More about Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Riverview Regional Medical Center, Carthage General Hospital, and Smith County Memorial Hospital, offers high quality healthcare to residents of Smith and surrounding counties.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.