Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Acute Care Expert

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to deliver advanced respiratory care, administer treatments, monitor responses, and document care per physician orders.

Eligible candidates hold RRT and BCLS with ACLS/PALS; 1–3 years in acute care preferred. You will work with the care team to ensure safety, infection control, and accurate EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of respiratory experience in acute care preferred.
• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedures to facilitate cooperation.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

EMR documentation

Communication skills

Job description

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to deliver advanced respiratory care, administer treatments, monitor responses, and document care per physician orders.

Eligible candidates hold RRT and BCLS with ACLS/PALS; 1–3 years in acute care preferred. You will work with the care team to ensure safety, infection control, and accurate EMR documentation.