Therapist-Respiratory Certified Seasonal

Baptist; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Meridian, MS is seeking a Therapist-Respiratory Certified Seasonal to provide respiratory care, including patient assessment and care planning. The ideal candidate will have recent clinical experience and must complete relevant certifications. This role involves administering prescribed medications and educating patients and families, all while supporting effective healthcare delivery. Join a team that values critical thinking and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Recent clinical respiratory care experience (hospital, home care, skilled nursing facility) and/or previous respiratory care practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient.
• Develops the plan of care.
• Implements the plan of care.
• Administers medications as prescribed.
• Provides patient, family and/or significant other health teaching/education.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge using Windows Operating system

Microsoft Office

Education

Successful completion of entry and advanced level exams for RCPs

BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; CRT

Job description

Therapist-Respiratory Certified Seasonal

Meridian, MS, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 38284
• Job Category RESPIRATORY
• Business Unit BMH Anderson Hospital
• Department Respiratory Therapy

Job Description

Job Summary:

Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills learned and refined through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. Demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the credential CRT. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Assess the patient.
• Develops the plan of care.
• Implements the plan of care.
• Evaluates the.
• Administers medications as prescribed.
• Provides patient, family and/or significant other health teaching/education.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Communicatesates with others in providing patient care.
• Provides clinical leadership.
• Supports lifelong learning.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

Recent clinical respiratory care experience (hospital, home care, skilled nursing facility) and/or previous respiratory care practice.

Special Skills

Minimum Required - Basic computer knowledge using Windows Operating system and Microsoft Office.

Licensure

Successful completion of entry and advanced level exams for RCPs. ABG endorsed, if applicable.

RRT; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; CRT