Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - LTAC, PRN

Regional One Health Extended Care Hospital (LTAC) is currently seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

JOB SUMMARY: Provides respiratory care therapy and treatments to patients, with emphasis in critical care or specialty areas, with deficiencies of the cardio-pulmonary system as ordered in accordance with established standards and practices.

REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of an approved AMA Respiratory Therapy program.  Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates.  .  Exhibits knowledge of respiratory care as skills and maintain clinical competency to administer therapeutic gases, aerosol treatments and EKGs as directed.  Demonstrates skill in the use of applicable equipment; mature judgment and initiative required; shows professional interest through self-development, continuing education, and involvement in professional organizations; presents a positive attitude and professional appearance.  Ability to give and follow written and oral instructions; ability to communicate effectively with others; ability to react and perform under stress in emergency situations; ability to effectively record and reflect observations; ability to exercise analytical judgment on work to be done.

One or more years of RRT experience in an ICU setting is preferred

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:  TN state license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.  Current CPR certification, ACLS within one year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Prolonged standing, walking, lifting, pushing and bending; subject to hazards of flammable and explosive gases; frequent exposure to infectious agents; ability to set-up, operate and maintain support machines.  Medium Work - Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  (May be further defined as "with or without assistance.")