RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Respiratory TherapistRespiratory Therapy DepartmentPRN positions available(These positions are required to work both day and night shifts, weekends and holidays)Job Summary:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.Department Specific Responsibilities:Exercises concern for patient's welfare.Prepares and administers patient medications.Provides oxygen administration.Performs emergency proceduresMonitors appropriate record systems. Trouble shoots procedures and equipment.Education Requirements:Must be a graduate of an AMA approved school of respiratory therapy.Certification/Licensure Requirements:Must be a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Mississippi. Must be registered as an CRT or an RRT with the NBRC. Must maintain certifications in BLS and ACLS.Experience/Qualification Skills:Ability to read and interpret physician's orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence.Reasoning Ability:Must have the ability to apply non-judgmental reasoning capabilities whenever necessary when dealing with patients, visitors, and staff. Critical thinking is a must. Must have reasonable reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do.