Respiratory Therapist RRT - $15K Sign-on Bonus - Days/Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Carlsbad, NM

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures in accordance with physician orders. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans to support respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist maintains accurate documentation, promotes patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician and follows organizational policies and procedures. This is a full-time position with day and night shifts. The role requires regular and reliable attendance and compliance with applicable policies and standards.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
In Georgia, PALS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required.
For work in the NICU Department, NRP and STABLE neonatal certification are required.
In Georgia, successfully complete the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection-control measures.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer advanced respiratory treatments, perform assessments, and monitor patient responses.
Explain treatment modalities to patients before procedures to support cooperation and completion of treatment.
Perform and document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures and promptly report results.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform pulmonary testing procedures and other tests as assigned.
Follow respiratory protocols, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards during procedures.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely information-sharing and follow-up on patient care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure proper operation, cleanliness, and safety.
Implement written and verbal physician orders in accordance with respiratory care procedures.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in accordance with policies.
Use personal protective equipment and patient identification techniques in accordance with infection-control standards.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
Respond to emergencies with appropriate interventions and collaborate with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Apply age-specific considerations to oxygen therapy across patient populations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.