Resp Therapist CRT Days

Community Health Systems•Kirksville, MO

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist – CRT delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols. Under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician, the therapist assesses patients, monitors their responses to therapy, and implements individualized treatment plans to support respiratory function and recovery. The role maintains accurate documentation, promotes patient safety, and collaborates with the healthcare team to provide evidence-based care that complies with organizational policies and regulatory standards. The position is listed as a day role. It requires a Certified Respiratory Therapist credential and specified life-support certifications, with some neonatal certifications required when working in the NICU. One to two years of healthcare or clinical experience is preferred.

Requirements

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification is required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required if working in the NICU.
STABLE neonatal certification is required if working in the NICU.
Proficiency in pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skills in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competence using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection-control measures.
Commitment to professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and chest physiotherapy, according to physician orders and protocols.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to facilitate cooperation and successful completion.
Assess patients, coordinate care with their needs, and monitor responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.
Implement written or verbal physician orders in accordance with established respiratory care procedures.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways while supporting patient comfort and safety.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, and follow up on patient-care concerns.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in compliance with policies.
Follow patient identification protocols, safety measures, and infection-control standards.
Administer prescribed medications using patient-safety techniques and document their delivery.
Use appropriate judgment and interventions in emergencies, collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Apply age-specific considerations when providing oxygen therapy across patient populations.
Use personal protective equipment and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and infection-control compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.