Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver evidence-based respiratory care within a hospital network. You will assess patients, manage ventilators, and perform ABGs and diagnostics while responding to emergencies and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires strong communication skills, a patient-centered approach, and a commitment to ongoing education and professional growth within a hospital network setting.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Strong clinical assessment and technical skills with advanced respiratory technology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and manage ventilators, performing ABGs and diagnostic procedures.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies across varied acuity levels.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory treatments and conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities.

Skills

RRT Certification

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Patient safety

Tools

Ventilators

ABG instrumentation

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) responsible for delivering evidence-based respiratory care within a hospital network.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and manage ventilators, performing arterial blood gases (ABGs) and diagnostic procedures.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies across various acuity levels.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory treatments and conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certification as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Strong clinical assessment and technical skills with advanced respiratory technology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Additional Attributes: Compassionate approach, adaptability to varied patient needs, and dedication to ongoing education and professional growth.