Respiratory Therapist

Regional Medical Center • Anniston, AL

56d

About The Position

Provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by physicians, according to established standards and practices. Assesses patients requiring ventilators. Performs complete arterial blood gas analysis and machine maintenance. Administers respiratory therapy procedures as ordered. Responds to emergency calls (code 1000) and other situations as required. Adheres to safety related hospital policies. Demonstrates knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of patients served.

Requirements

• AA degree or BS in Respiratory
• National Board of Respiratory Care Registry
• Alabama Licensure in Respiratory Therapy
• BLS and ACLS required
• Ability to move heavy equipment and diagnostic equipment
• Student Therapist must have a HS Diploma or GED and currently enrolled in an accredited program of Respiratory Therapy

Nice To Haves

• PALS and NRP preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by physicians
• Assesses patients requiring ventilators
• Performs complete arterial blood gas analysis and machine maintenance
• Administers respiratory therapy procedures as ordered
• Responds to emergency calls (code 1000) and other situations as required
• Adheres to safety related hospital policies
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of patients served

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees