Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute

Memorial Physician Practices; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Financial protection & PTO

Financial & career growth

Employee well-being

Professional development

Free parking

Job summary

Centerpoint Health – Winchester is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for full-time night shift Friday to Sunday, 7p–7:30a. You will examine and treat patients with breathing conditions, collaborate with physicians to develop care plans, and educate patients on therapies and device use.

Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy is required, along with a current Kentucky RRT license and BCLS certification. ACLS, PALS, and NRP are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy is required.
• Current RRT license in Kentucky.
• BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examines and treats patients with breathing-related conditions and collaborates with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Provides patient education on therapies and medication use; performs physiotherapy and related treatments.
• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood gases; may perform bedside PFTs and EKGs.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy

RRT license (Kentucky)

BCLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

Schedule

Full‑Time | Friday – Sunday 7p-7:30a

Position

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

About the Team

Centerpoint Health – Winchester is part of Lifepoint Health, a network of community hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Examines and treats patients with breathing‑related conditions, performs diagnostic testing, and collaborates with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Provides patient education on therapies and medication use; performs physiotherapy and related treatments.
• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; may perform bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco‑cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• 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, discount programs).
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free parking: On site.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy required.
• License: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in state of practice (Kentucky).
• Certifications: BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

Additional Information

Connect with a Recruiter: Please contact Morgan Gilbert by emailing [e-mail]

EEOC Statement

Centerpoint Health – Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint Health – Winchester is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

About Centerpoint Health – Winchester

Centerpoint Health – Winchester is a 79‑bed acute‑care hospital serving the Winchester community.