RRT at a Major Medical Center (Temp, Internal Agency)

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a temporary full-time role across multiple units. The RRT performs standard and advanced respiratory care procedures for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and supports clinicians as directed.

Qualified candidates will hold an Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC RRT, BLS, and may have state licenses (AR, MS, TN).

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Preferred technical degree or diploma in Respiratory Therapy.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) certification required.
• State licenses (AR/MS/TN) preferred where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine respiratory therapy procedures including IPPB, O2 therapy, and humidity/aerosol therapy.
• Establishes and maintains ventilation and airway care; provides ventilatory support as needed.
• Performs advanced techniques, including invasive monitors and arterial blood gases; Nitric Oxide as directed.
• Assists physicians with catheter insertions and patient assessments; educates staff and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Clinical assessment

Education

Associates Degree Respiratory Therapy

Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a temporary full-time role across multiple units. The RRT performs standard and advanced respiratory care procedures for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and supports clinicians as directed.

Qualified candidates will hold an Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC RRT, BLS, and may have state licenses (AR, MS, TN).