Respiratory Therapist RRT

Community Health Systems • Fort Wayne, IN

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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 performing patient assessments, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans to support respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The therapist ensures accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with healthcare teams, and works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician and established organizational policies and procedures.

This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position on the day shift. The role requires regular and reliable attendance and compliance with organizational policies and standards.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• For work in the NICU Department: Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification and STABLE neonatal certification required.
• Georgia-specific: PALS and NRP certifications are required; successful completion of the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire is required.
• Proficiency in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction 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 ongoing professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

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 document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures and promptly report results.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Perform assigned testing procedures, including pulmonary testing.
• Follow respiratory protocols and safety guidelines and comply with 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 for proper functioning, 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 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.
• Respond to emergencies with appropriate interventions and collaborate with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
• Apply age-specific considerations when providing oxygen therapy across patient populations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $35,000.
• Student loan repayment of up to $10,000.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed