Respiratory Therapist - Clarksville, United States - Community Health System

Description

Job Description


About the Job:
The Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for performing respiratory care procedures as described in the policy and procedures manual.

The Respiratory Therapist demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit as indicated in the scope of the position.

Individuals will be neat and professional at all times during the performance of their duties.


Education / License /Certification:

• Current license in state of Tennessee as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in good standing
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of employment
• Current ACLS certification or obtained within 60 days of employment
• Current NRP certification or obtained within 90 days of employment
• Current PALS Certification

Experience / Skills:

• 1 year of clinical experience in an acute care facility

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.

Tennova Clarksville is a 270 bed, full service, outstanding, acute care medical facility with a 24/7 emergency room, 24/7 laboratory, and 24/7 respiratory services.

Tennova Clarksville has been designated as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, a Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care, a Wound Care Center of Distinction, and earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission.

We are proud to feature services in cardiology, emergency medicine, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, infectious disease, inpatient rehabilitation center, internal medicine, neonatology, nephrology, neurology, obstetrics/gynecology, oncology, oral/maxillofacial surgery, orthopedics/surgery, otolaryngology, outpatient rehabilitation, pediatrics, plastic surgery, podiatry, pulmonology, radiology, urology, vascular surgery and wound care.

Tennova Clarksville is committed to the delivery of consistent quality services in a safe and fiscally responsible manner that meet the needs of patients, physicians, employees, and our community; and to the maintenance of an environment that encourages individual development, teamwork and pride with compassion and respect for each person.