Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full-Time Days

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

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.