Certified Respiratory Therapist

Baptist Corporate • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• Current state license
• Recent clinical respiratory care experience (hospital, home care, skilled nursing facility) and/or previous respiratory care practice
• Basic computer knowledge using Windows Operating system and Microsoft Office
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire
• CRT credential in accordance with the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Successful completion of entry level exam for RCPs
• ABG endorsed, if applicable

Nice To Haves

• 1 year hospital experience
• ACLS certification

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient
• Implements the plan of care
• Evaluates 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
• Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care
• Provides clinical leadership
• Supports lifelong learning
• Completes assigned goals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed