Resp Therapist CRT Nights

Community Health Systems • Kirksville, MO

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About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist – CRT delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols. Under the direction of an ordering physician or clinician, the therapist assesses patients, monitors responses to therapy, and implements individualized treatment plans to support respiratory function and recovery. The role includes accurate documentation, patient-safety practices, and collaboration with the healthcare team to provide evidence-based care in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• 1–2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred.
• Proficiency in 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 ongoing professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting.
• Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification if working in the NICU.
• STABLE neonatal certification if working in the NICU.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and chest physiotherapy, based on physician orders and protocols.
• Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to support cooperation and successful completion.
• Assess patients, coordinate care with their needs, and monitor responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.
• Implement written and verbal physician orders in accordance with respiratory care procedures.
• Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
• Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, and ensure timely information flow and follow-up on patient-care concerns.
• Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in compliance with policies.
• Follow patient-identification protocols, safety measures, and infection-control standards.
• Administer prescribed medications using patient-safety techniques and document their delivery.
• Use judgment and skill in emergencies, initiate appropriate interventions, and collaborate with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
• Apply age-specific considerations when providing oxygen therapy across patient populations.
• Use personal protective equipment and patient-identification techniques to support safety and infection-control compliance.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Educational tuition assistance.
• Competitive pay and full benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance.

What This Job Offers

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