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Prisma Health3 weeks ago

Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care, Blount, Full-Time, Varied

On-site · Maryville, Tennessee, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Associates Degree
Company size
Large

Job Summary

Performs respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines; initiates, monitors, and manages invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; initiates and manages various airway types and related equipment; obtains and analyzes blood gases; documents and codes respiratory care procedures; provides patient and family education; communicates effectively with the healthcare team and supervisors; adheres to infection control and quality initiatives; performs additional duties as assigned; role is non-management and reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Required Qualifications

  • Education - Associate degree or graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited school
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state of work
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • equivalent experience acceptable in lieu of degree
  • knowledge of infection control and respiratory care protocols
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