Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator & Life-Support Specialist

Healthier Mississippi People; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. You will consult with physicians to tailor patient care plans and operate critical respiratory equipment to support breathing and life-sustaining therapies.

The role requires certification as an RCP in Mississippi, NBRC-CRT, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Must hold Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Mississippi.
• CRT certification required by NBRC.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Knowledge of CPR, patient assessment, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients via interviews and exams and consult with physicians on care plans.
• Operate and monitor respiratory equipment including ventilators and gas delivery systems.
• Administer gases, humidification, aerosols, and respiratory meds; manage airways and blood gas data.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and vital signs.
• Educate patients and families on ventilator use and life-support systems.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Safety compliance

Education

Respiratory Care Practitioner license (Mississippi)

CRT (National Board for Respiratory Care)

BLS (American Heart Association)

Tools

Ventilators

Medical gas delivery systems

Respiratory medications administration

Blood gas analysis equipment

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to evaluate and administer therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. You will consult with physicians to tailor patient care plans and operate critical respiratory equipment to support breathing and life-sustaining therapies.

The role requires certification as an RCP in Mississippi, NBRC-CRT, and BLS.