RRT Respiratory Therapist — Clinical Leader in Care

Baptist Memorial Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health in Jackson, MS is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to apply critical thinking and NBRC-validated RRT credentials in patient care. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating respiratory therapies, including medication administration and education for patients and families.

The position requires an active state license, with ACLS preferred and possible ABG endorsement. Hospital experience is favored and ongoing learning is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Active state license.
• RRT credential per NBRC.
• ACLS preferred.
• ABG endorsement, if applicable.
• Basic computer skills: Windows OS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient.
• Develop the plan of care.
• Implement the plan of care.
• Evaluate the plan of care.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Provide patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education.
• Collaborate with others in providing patient care.
• Provide clinical leadership.
• Support lifelong learning.
• Complete assigned goals.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

RRT credential / NBRC

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health in Jackson, MS is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to apply critical thinking and NBRC-validated RRT credentials in patient care. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating respiratory therapies, including medication administration and education for patients and families.

The position requires an active state license, with ACLS preferred and possible ABG endorsement. Hospital experience is favored and ongoing learning is encouraged.