Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Acute

Lifepoint Health • Somerset, KY

3h • Onsite

About The Position

A Certified Respiratory Therapist assists respiratory therapists with preparing
for and providing patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GE or Associate Degree in Science required
• Current Respiratory Therapist Licensure to practice in the state of Kentucky.
• Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date
• Current American Heart Association PALS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers routine therapy as delegated by a therapist.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree