Join Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and make a meaningful impact in patient care. You'll be responsible for providing advanced respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, ensuring their safety and well-being while contributing to a compassionate healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine respiratory therapy procedures including IPPB, O2 therapy, and humidity/aerosol therapy.
Establish and maintain ventilation and airway care for patients.
Provide ventilatory support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Perform advanced respiratory care techniques, including invasive pressure monitoring.
Collect arterial blood gas samples.
Conduct patient assessments and make appropriate referrals.
Educate patients and families about respiratory care procedures.
Perform preventative and routine maintenance on respiratory care equipment.
Participate in continuous improvement opportunities.
Required Qualifications
Technical Degree or Diploma in Respiratory Care
Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certification from American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification from American Academy of Pediatrics
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification from American Heart Association
Registered Respiratory Therapist certification from National Board for Respiratory Care
Registered Respiratory Therapist license from Arkansas State Medical Board
Registered Respiratory Therapist license from Mississippi Board for Respiratory Care
Registered Respiratory Therapist license from Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care