Weekend Respiratory Therapist — Patient-Centered Care & Leadership

Baptist Memorial Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for Weekend Day shifts in Jackson, MS. The role emphasizes critical thinking learned through NBRC credentialing (CRT) and a patient-centered approach to care.

Minimum state licensure is required; ACLS preferred and BLS must be certified within 14 days of hire. The position focuses on assessing, planning, and delivering respiratory care in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current state license as Respiratory Therapist is required.
• ACLS preferred; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

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.
• Participate in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Communicate/collaborate with others in providing patient care.
• Provide clinical leadership.
• Support lifelong learning.
• Complete assigned goals.

Skills

CRT credential

Basic computer skills

Education

Respiratory Therapist license

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for Weekend Day shifts in Jackson, MS. The role emphasizes critical thinking learned through NBRC credentialing (CRT) and a patient-centered approach to care.

Minimum state licensure is required; ACLS preferred and BLS must be certified within 14 days of hire. The position focuses on assessing, planning, and delivering respiratory care in a hospital setting.