Respiratory Therapist Jobs

About The Position

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.
• Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification required if working in the NICU.
• STABLE neonatal certification required if working in the NICU.
• For Mississippi, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications are required.
• Proficiency in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Strong communication skills for interacting effectively with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
• Skills 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

• 1–2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred.

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 facilitate cooperation and successful completion of treatment.
• Conduct patient assessments, correlate care with patient needs, and monitor responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.
• Implement written or verbal physician orders accurately and comply with established respiratory care procedures.
• Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
• Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership to ensure timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
• Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly, legibly, and thoroughly in accordance with policies.
• Follow patient identification protocols, safety measures, and infection control standards during procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications using patient safety techniques and document their delivery appropriately.
• Use skill and judgment 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 (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and meet infection control standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.