-
Respiratory Therapist-FT
1 week ago
Community Health System Vicksburg, United StatesJob Description · * NEW INCREASED RATES * · As a Respiratory Therapist, at Merit Health River Region, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best-providing quality care to our patients · About the Job: · * The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of ...
-
Respiratory Therapist-FT
1 week ago
Community Health Systems VICKSBURG, United States**Description** · *** NEW INCREASED RATES *** · **As a Respiratory Therapist, at Merit Health River Region, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best-providing quality care to our patients** · **About the Job:** · + The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the admini ...
-
Respiratory Therapist-FT
6 days ago
Community Health Systems VICKSBURG, United States**Description** · The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regimes pr ...
-
Respiratory Therapist-FT
6 days ago
Community Health System Vicksburg, United StatesJob Description · The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regimes pr ...
-
respiratory therapist-ft-night shift
1 week ago
Community Health System Vicksburg, MS, United StatesJob Description · * $15,000 Sign-On Bonus · The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative ...
-
Respiratory Therapist-FT-Night Shift
3 days ago
MERIT HEALTH RIVER REGION Vicksburg, United States*$15,000 Sign-On Bonus · The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic re ...
-
Respiratory Therapist-FT-Night Shift
1 week ago
Community Health Systems VICKSBURG, United States**Description** · *$15,000 Sign-On Bonus · The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, ...
Respiratory Therapist - Vicksburg, United States - MERIT HEALTH RIVER REGION
Description
NEW INCREASED RATES
As a Respiratory Therapist, at Merit Health River Region, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best-providing quality care to our patients
About the Job:
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regimes prescribed by physicians.
Full Time position (12 hr shifts)Duties include:
The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of Respiratory Care
proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to Respiratory Care treatments and diagnostic testing.
The Respiratory Therapist will recommend and initiate appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities, implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician.
The Respiratory Therapist must have the ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures.Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care deliver to achieve desired outcomes.
Requirements:
An Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program is required. One year of acute Respiratory Therapy Services is preferred.
A credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
A Respiratory Therapist License issued by the state of Mississippi.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are a requirement.
(NRP and PALS within 90 days of hire.)Experience in Ventilators, High Flow O2 and BiPaps is a must.
Cerner charting experience is a plus.
Must possess a positive attitude and good time management skills.
About Merit Health River Region:
We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Merit Health River Region is a 361-bed facility.
Our dedicated patient care team consists of trained medical professionals working together to provide patient-centered care in a professional and personal environment.
We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
Apply TodayJob Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Shift:
Day shift
Night shift
Weekly schedule:
3x12
Application Question(s):
Experience in Ventilators, High Flow O2 and BiPaps is a must. Cerner charting experience is a plus. Must possess a positive attitude and good time management skills.
Experience:
Acute Respiratory Therapy Services: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) (Required)
Respiratory Therapist License by the state of Mississippi (Required)
/Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (Required)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (Required)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Vicksburg, MS:
Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person