Respiratory Therapist

Do you have the career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity to join TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare. Job Summary The staff respiratory care practitioner provides a variety of technical and clinical therapies to patients of all ages, requiring strong clinical judgment and a commitment to the hospital mission. You will deliver respiratory, pulmonary function, and oxygen therapies while managing associated clerical duties and potentially serving as a shift leader. You will work in a dynamic environment that may include exposure to medical equipment noise and hazardous materials, requiring a flexible schedule to meet patient demands and hospital census needs. Responsibilities Provide a variety of technical and clinical therapies including respiratory, pulmonary function, and oxygen therapy. Exercise rational judgment while performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Manage clerical duties associated with respiratory procedures. Function as a shift leader when assigned and supervise less experienced practitioners. Perform specific competencies as listed on the Competency Validation Checklists. Meet mutually agreed upon performance goals and objectives established annually. Protect sensitive and confidential information appropriately. Adhere to all company policies and procedures. Work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on call as necessary. Utilize personal protective equipment and follow safety protocols for hazardous materials. Qualifications Graduate of an NBRC approved school of Respiratory Care. Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Tennessee Department of Health. Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRTT) designation. Basic Life Support Certification upon hire. Ability to obtain ACLS certification within one year of hire. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support including free counseling and referral services. Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence. Savings and retirement resources including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr