Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Memorial Physician Practices; Tennessee; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package with company match

Free gym memberships and mental health services

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our dedicated team at Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas. This position requires measuring lung capacity, analyzing blood samples, and delivering patient care.

Join us to make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve. We provide comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, financial growth options, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Care Therapist must have valid and current TN license.
• BLS required by one month from hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months from hire.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy.
• Monitors and records patient conditions.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies based on outcomes.
• Responds to emergency calls and assists with airway management.

Skills

Certified Respiratory Care Therapist

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education

Valid and Current TN Board of Respiratory Care

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

Full Time (Day Shift)

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As Respiratory Therapist (RT) joining our team, you're 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 of those 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.