Vent Unit Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT)

Crisp Regional Health Services; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Crisp Regional Health Services is looking for a Certified Respiratory Therapist in Cordele, Georgia. The role involves delivering age-appropriate respiratory care and conducting cardiac and pulmonary diagnostic testing across various patient demographics. Responsibilities include performing assessments, documenting patient interventions, and maintaining respiratory equipment. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, CRT certification, and up to one year of relevant experience. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Certification in Basic Life Saving (BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP) required.
• Up to one year of relevant work experience or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Perform appropriate cardiopulmonary assessments and treatments.
• Plan and evaluate patients' respiratory care.
• Document and educate patients on respiratory care issues.
• Operate, maintain, and repair respiratory equipment.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team to promote communication.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary assessments

Respiratory care protocols

Patient education

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care (preferred)

Tools

Respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment

Job description

Crisp Regional Health Services is looking for a Certified Respiratory Therapist in Cordele, Georgia. The role involves delivering age-appropriate respiratory care and conducting cardiac and pulmonary diagnostic testing across various patient demographics. Responsibilities include performing assessments, documenting patient interventions, and maintaining respiratory equipment. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, CRT certification, and up to one year of relevant experience. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.