Rrt

McAlester Regional Health Center Authority • McAlester, OK

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About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides high-quality bedside respiratory care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, as ordered by physicians and assigned by supervisors. This role is essential in supporting patient respiratory health through assessment, treatment, and monitoring, while ensuring compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The RRT also serves as a clinical resource by providing technical guidance and support to less experienced respiratory therapy staff.

Requirements

• Current and valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Current Oklahoma State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Current BLS, NRP, PALS, and ACLS certifications or renewal within 30 days of hire.
• Strong knowledge of respiratory care principles, equipment, and patient safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in acute care hospital settings or intensive care units.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Demonstrated ability to educate patients and families on respiratory health management.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside respiratory care to inpatient and outpatient populations in accordance with physician orders and departmental policies
• Administer respiratory medications and therapeutic modalities safely, monitoring for indications, contraindications, and adverse reactions
• Perform patient respiratory assessments and reassessments, documenting treatments and patient responses in the medical record
• Set up, monitor, and manage oxygen delivery systems and respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and safety compliance
• Obtain arterial blood gas samples as authorized, following physician orders, universal precautions, and required timeframes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed