Respiratory Therapist, PRN SEASONAL

Community Health Systems • Hattiesburg, MS

3d

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures in accordance with physician orders and organizational policies. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring their responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The therapist ensures accurate documentation and patient safety and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician.

The therapist administers advanced respiratory treatments; performs assessments, ABG punctures, and assigned testing procedures; assists physicians with bedside procedures; and manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance. The role also involves equipment upkeep, adherence to respiratory protocols and infection-control standards, clear communication and documentation, and appropriate emergency interventions. Age-specific oxygen therapy considerations are applied across patient populations.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required.
• Proficiency in 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.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required if working in the NICU Department.
• STABLE neonatal certification is required if working in the NICU Department.

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 procedures.
• 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, ensuring proper function, 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 in compliance with policies.
• Use personal protective equipment and patient identification techniques to support safety and infection control.
• 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.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed