Resp Therapist RRT - PRN

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Bullhead City, AZ

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures according to physician orders. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans to support respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The therapist ensures accurate documentation and patient safety while collaborating 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.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
In Georgia, PALS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required.
In Georgia, successfully complete the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
If working in the NICU, NRP and STABLE neonatal certification are required.
Proficiency in administering 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 continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

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.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to facilitate cooperation and successful completion.
Perform and document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures accurately and report results promptly.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform assigned testing procedures, including pulmonary testing.
Follow respiratory protocols and comply with safety guidelines and regulatory standards.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely follow-up on patient-care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment for proper functioning, cleanliness, and safety.
Implement written or verbal physician orders in accordance with established respiratory care procedures.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques in accordance with infection-control standards.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
Use appropriate judgment and interventions in emergencies, collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Apply age-specific considerations when administering oxygen therapy across patient populations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.