Seasonal Respiratory Therapist RRT

Community Health Systems • Sahuarita, AZ

5d

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents for respiratory care procedures in accordance with physician orders. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring their responses, and implementing treatment plans to support respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The therapist documents care accurately, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician and follows organizational policies and procedures.

This is a seasonal position beginning temporary employment on 11/30/26.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential 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.
• 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 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, assess patients, and monitor responses to care.
• Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures.
• 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 procedures.
• Follow respiratory protocols and safety and regulatory requirements during procedures.
• Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely follow-up on patient care concerns.
• Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring it functions properly, is clean, and meets safety standards.
• 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 (PPE) and patient identification practices 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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed