Respiratory Therapist RRT

Community Health Systems•Moberly, MO

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 and procedures. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans to support effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist maintains accurate documentation and patient safety and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver quality care. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician. The role requires proficiency in respiratory procedures, patient assessment, ventilator management, airway maintenance, electronic medical record documentation, and applicable safety, regulatory, and infection-control standards. An RRT credential is required, along with ACLS and PALS. NRP and STABLE are required for staff working in the NICU. Georgia employees must also hold PALS and NRP certifications and complete the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
For work in the NICU, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification and STABLE neonatal certification are required.
For Georgia: PALS and NRP certifications are required, and the assigned SAMA course must be successfully completed within 30 days of hire.
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 preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer advanced respiratory treatments, perform assessments, and monitor patient responses.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to support cooperation and successful treatment.
Perform and document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures and promptly report results.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform pulmonary testing and other testing procedures as assigned.
Follow respiratory protocols and safety and regulatory requirements during procedures.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely sharing of information and follow-up on patient care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including its 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 in accordance with safety and infection-control standards.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
Use appropriate judgment and interventions during emergencies 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.