Registered Respiratory Therapist | Full Time | Days

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care on general nursing units and in critical care areas, including MICU, NICU, SICU, CSCU, PACU, the Nursery, and the Emergency Department. The therapist evaluates the therapeutic benefits of respiratory care provided, discusses treatment difficulties with physicians, and makes recommendations appropriate to patients of all ages. The role also participates in orienting respiratory care staff and teaches and counsels staff on the use of available equipment.

The position is based at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital and is scheduled for 7 AM–7 PM. The therapist reports to the Manager of Respiratory Care and may supervise a Respiratory Therapist when assigned. Duties may change or be supplemented as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited, state-approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Current license from the Mississippi Department of Health, or current military-validated licensure as allowed under applicable state or federal exemptions.
• Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, or eligible to become certified and sit for the first available exam.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire or transfer.
• Current ACLS and Neonatal Resuscitation certifications at or within twelve months of job start, with required continuing education completed.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Proficient computer and keyboard skills, including use of MS Outlook, Word, and other office technology such as telephone and fax.
• Strong communication, customer service, professional etiquette, decision-making, and collaborative working skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain attention to detail, and multitask in complex situations.
• Emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, which may change according to hospital needs for off days, shifts, or weekends.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care duties on general nursing units and in critical care areas, including MICU, NICU, SICU, CSCU, PACU, the Nursery, and the Emergency Department.
• Evaluate the therapeutic benefits of respiratory care services provided to patients.
• Discuss difficulties patients may be having with therapy with physicians and make appropriate recommendations for patients of all ages.
• Participate in orientation of respiratory care staff.
• Teach and counsel staff on the use of available equipment.
• Supervise a Respiratory Therapist when assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED