Certified Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Nashville General Hospital•Nashville, TN

58d•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) is responsible for conducting, performing, and analyzing diagnostic and function tests at both basic and advanced levels of therapeutic procedures. Respiratory Care Practitioners work alongside physicians and nurses to create treatment plans and evaluate the progress of treatment through the use of aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and be a graduate of a Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation Respiratory Care or having passed a National Board Respiratory Care Exam or its equivalent.
Current Licensure as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, Basic Life Support, ACLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Nice To Haves

Previous respiratory therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
Perform diagnostic tests, such as pulmonary function tests, to assess lung capacity.
Consult with physicians to develop treatment plans.
Treat patients using a variety of methods, such as aerosol medications, chest physiotherapy, and inhalants.
Teach patients how to take medications and use equipment.
Manage equipment and devices needed to help people who can't breathe normally on their own.
Monitor and record patients' progress.
Work with other members of the medical team to complete discharge planning.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance within first 31 days of employment
Programs to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expenses
Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses
Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you.
Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
Tuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents
12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday banked
Flexible Spending Accounts
Free Parking for all employees