Certified Respiratory Therapist

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Corsicana, TX

About The Position

The Certified Respiratory Therapist delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols. Under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician, the therapist assesses patients, monitors their responses to therapy, and implements individualized treatment plans to support respiratory function and recovery. The role maintains accurate documentation, promotes patient safety, and collaborates with the healthcare team to provide evidence-based care in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. The therapist administers respiratory treatments and prescribed medications, manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, responds to emergencies, and applies age-specific care considerations across patient populations. The role also supports patient cooperation by explaining treatment modalities and follows patient identification, infection control, and personal protective equipment protocols. Regular and reliable attendance and compliance with all policies and standards are expected.

Requirements

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification is required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) is required within 30 days of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required, subject to the state-specific requirements described in the posting.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is required, subject to the state-specific requirements described in the posting.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) is required when working in the NICU, subject to state-specific requirements.
STABLE neonatal certification is required when working in the NICU, subject to state-specific requirements.
Proficiency in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skill in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competence using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and chest physiotherapy, based on physician orders and protocols.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to facilitate cooperation and successful completion of treatment.
Conduct patient assessments, correlate care with patient needs, and monitor responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.
Implement written and verbal physician orders accurately and in accordance with established respiratory care procedures.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely follow-up on patient care concerns.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in compliance with policies.
Follow patient identification protocols, safety measures, infection control standards, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Administer prescribed medications using patient safety techniques and ensure proper delivery and documentation.
Exercise skill and judgment during emergencies, initiate appropriate interventions, and collaborate with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Apply age-specific care considerations when providing oxygen therapy across patient populations.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.