Respiratory Therapist

Athens, Tennessee


Employer: Lifepoint Health
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

Description

Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Respiratory Therapist for our Cardiac Rehab Department. This job is permanent, full time.

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Free onsite parking
  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants


Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.


  • Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.


  • Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.


  • Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.


  • Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.


  • Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.


  • Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.


  • Operates electrophysiology/cardiac stress test equipment to perform clinical diagnostic electrophysiologic/cardiac stress test exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.


Qualifications

Minimum Education

Associate's degree in discipline or equivalent, or completion of a Respiratory Therapy Certification Program:

• Preferred X Required

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Required Licenses

[Tennessee, United States] Respiratory Therapist

Current Respiratory Therapist License in State of Tennessee:

• Preferred X Required

Must be ABG Endorsed:

• Preferred X Required

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Required Skills

Certifications:

The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:

X Basic Life Support (BLS)

The below certifications will be required within 6 months of hire or when transferring into a new department with these certifications:

X Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) X Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)

Created: 2024-06-30
Reference: 7412-6493
Country: United States
State: Tennessee
City: Athens

About Lifepoint Health

Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000


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