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

Community Health Systems•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 effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician and follows organizational policies and procedures. The position is full-time, with days and nights listed. The therapist documents care accurately, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care. The posting states that the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required if working in the NICU Department.
STABLE neonatal certification required if working in the NICU Department.
For Georgia: PALS and NRP certifications are required.
For Georgia: Successfully complete the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
Proficiency administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skill 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.
Applicants must be 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.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to support cooperation and successful completion.
Perform and accurately document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures, reporting results promptly.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform pulmonary testing and other testing procedures as assigned.
Follow respiratory protocols and safety guidelines, including applicable regulatory standards.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, and follow up on patient-care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including its function, cleanliness, and safety.
Implement written or verbal physician orders in accordance with respiratory care procedures.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in compliance with policies.
Use personal protective equipment and patient-identification techniques in accordance with safety and infection-control standards.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
Use judgment during emergencies, initiate appropriate interventions, and collaborate with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Apply age-specific considerations when providing oxygen therapy across patient populations.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.