Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute

Memorial Physician Practices; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our acute care team. You\'ll examine patients with breathing conditions, develop treatment plans with physicians, and deliver therapies while teaching patients to use medications.

You will measure lung capacity, analyze blood gases, monitor patient progress, and respond to emergencies. Strong English communication and BLS certification are required, with a Kentucky license.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.
• Must communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing.
• Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient.
• Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
• 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.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary services

Critical thinking

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED or Associate Degree in Science

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time | Days | 3-12-hour shifts per week | Rotate Weekends

Your experience matters

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) 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.

More about our team

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

How you'll contribute

A Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who excels in this role:

• Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing.
• Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient.
• Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
• 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.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

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 - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• 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

The Respiratory Therapist (RRT) must possess a current Respiratory Therapist Licensure to practice in the state of Kentucky and be registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care. Additional requirements include:

• High School Diploma/GE or Associate Degree in Science required
• Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire 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.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

More about Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a295 bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Pulaski County community as well as surrounding counties for over 40 years. We are proud to have received the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission, awarded the Advanced Certification from Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission, names a U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital, recognized by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care as an Accredited Check Pain Center, and our neurosurgery program has been recognized as an Accredited Spine Center by The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.