Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Ventilator & Care Expert

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans with documentation and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include ABG punctures, ventilator management, bedside assistance, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality respiratory care across diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT credentialing is required.
• ACLS/PALS/NRP/STABLE certifications are required depending on NICU assignment.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Maintains ventilator settings and airway maintenance for patient safety.
• Documents all treatments accurately in the EMR.
• Adheres to infection control and PPE guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Ventilator management

Airway maintenance

EMR proficiency

Infection control

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans with documentation and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include ABG punctures, ventilator management, bedside assistance, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality respiratory care across diverse patient populations.