Respiratory Therapist RRT/CRT Nights FT

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing essential respiratory care procedures for patients of all ages and requires strong communication skills to collaborate with physicians and the respiratory team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Respiratory Therapy and relevant certifications, ensuring high-quality patient care. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of patients in central Alabama. If you are passionate about respiratory care and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Must maintain active membership status for credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and management of patients with pulmonary system deficiencies.
• Communicate with physicians and respiratory team on patient progress.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Reasoning Ability

Independent Judgment

Education

Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's of Science in Respiratory Care

Tools

ASBRT LRT

NBRC RRT

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at baptistfirst.org.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist shall perform duties involved with the treatment, management control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities within the Pulmonary system. The Therapist shall perform all routine and complex respiratory care procedures to patients of all ages. Communicates with Physician and Respiratory team on patient's progress within the care plan, as well as to make recommendations regarding patient's progress. This position may have additional duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Respiratory Therapy required, Bachelor's of Science in Respiratory Care preferred.
• If credentialed after 2002, must maintain active membership status for credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• License / Certification required: ASBRT LRT required, NBRC RRT required, BLS required.
• ACLS/PALS/NRP/other certifications may be required depending upon area assigned.
• Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to successfully complete work within rigid time constraints.
• Must possess reasoning ability and good independent judgment.