Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Shift with $10k Sign-On

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan support

Health coverage

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for full-time night shifts.

The role administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care, following physician orders, and collaborates with care teams to deliver high-quality patient outcomes. Essential functions include performing ABG procedures, ventilator management, and accurate documentation while maintaining safety protocols and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• RRT certification preferred
• BCLS within 30 days of hire
• ACLS required
• PALS required
• NRP required for NICU
• STABLE required for NICU

Responsibilities

• Administer advanced respiratory treatments and monitor patient responses.
• Orient patient to treatment modality prior to procedure.
• Perform ABG punctures and report results promptly.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Conduct pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Follow respiratory protocols and safety guidelines.
• Communicate with care teams and leadership about patient care.
• Maintain and clean respiratory equipment and ensure safety.
• Implement orders accurately and document treatments clearly.
• Ensure PPE use and patient identification per infection control.
• Manage ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Act quickly in emergencies and assist teams.
• Account for age-specific oxygen therapy requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Communication

EMR usage

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for full-time night shifts.

The role administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care, following physician orders, and collaborates with care teams to deliver high-quality patient outcomes. Essential functions include performing ABG procedures, ventilator management, and accurate documentation while maintaining safety protocols and infection control standards.