Respiratory Therapist - Sign-On Bonus & Growth Perks

Memorial Physician Practices

Carthage (TN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

Get a reply from this employer — a resume and cover letter tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas in Carthage, TN is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a full-time day shift. This role offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and the chance to impact patient care through accurate assessment, therapy delivery, and critical monitoring.

You will measure lung capacity, analyze blood gases, respond to codes, and participate in core and rapid response teams.

Qualifications

Certified Respiratory Care Therapist.
Valid and Current TN Board of Respiratory Care.
BLS within 1 month; ACLS within 6 months; PALS within 6 months from hire/transfer date.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

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; participates as a member of the core team and rapid response team by responding to emergency or STAT calls to establish natural and artificial airways, including oral endotracheal intubations or to help or assess with any other respiratory-related issue.