Senior Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Ventilator & Critical Care

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer respiratory care per physician orders, assess patients, and implement treatment plans that improve accuracy and safety. You will document thoroughly and collaborate with care teams to support high-quality outcomes.

The role requires careful ABG procedures, ventilator management, and adherence to infection control standards, with appropriate certifications including RRT, ACLS, PALS, and NICU-specific

Qualifications

• RRT certification required and ACLS/PALS required.
• 1–3 years of acute care respiratory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures and documents care.
• Maintains and evaluates respiratory equipment for safety.
• Implements physician orders and ensures adherence to protocols.
• Maintains PPE and patient identification procedures.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Ventilator management

ABG puncture

EMR documentation

Infection control

Team communication

Tools

Ventilators

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer respiratory care per physician orders, assess patients, and implement treatment plans that improve accuracy and safety. You will document thoroughly and collaborate with care teams to support high-quality outcomes.

The role requires careful ABG procedures, ventilator management, and adherence to infection control standards, with appropriate certifications including RRT, ACLS, PALS, and NICU-specific