Respiratory Care Therapist (CRT/RRT) Part Time Days

Summary Job Description: Respiratory Care Therapist (CRT/RRT)- Part Time, Days Status: Part Time Shift: First ** Every third weekendrequired** Job Summary: The registered respiratory therapist assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases andconditions. This includes the delivery of medicated and non-medicated therapy as ordered by the provider.Additionally, therapists provide invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support for acuterespiratory failure. As part of patient assessment and management, the therapist performs diagnostic testprocedures. In addition, therapists assist in departmental operations by addicting with qualityimprovement projects, equipment and supplies. The certified therapist follows all applicable rules andregulations established by the licensure board depending on the state in which respiratory therapy ispracticed. Requirements: Certificate/diploma in respiratory care; Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Associate of Science (AS), or equivalent Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Respiratory Care, Cardiopulmonary Technology, or a closely related field required. NBRC Certification (CRT/RRT) required. Active Kentucky Respiratory Care Practitioner License required. Basic Cardiac Life Support due within 90 days of hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support due within 6 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program due within 6 months of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support due within 6 months of hire. Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baptist Health