Respiratory Therapist

Title : Respiratory Therapist Location : Knoxville, TN About Facility: Outpatient Facility Pay Contract to Hire: $27.00-29.00 Duration : Contract-To-Hire After 1040 Hours Shift : Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm Start Date: 06/01/2026 Responsibilities: Perform necessary procedures with non-invasive methods such as CPAP and BIPAP therapies Educate and counsel staff members on basic respiratory therapy procedures Assist with therapy programs for patients based on the specific instructions of Physicians Engage in diagnostic evaluation, treatment and control of deficiencies and abnormal functions found in the patient’s cardiopulmonary system Collaborate with nursing staff to administer blood gas samples and perform basic analysis Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge and ability to perform sound basic clinical procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, various tests, etc., as needed Experience with prior authorizations and medication refills Ability to adjust pace of work flow effectively Skill in verbal communication. Ability to apply policies and principles to solve everyday problems and deal with a variety of situations. Ability to work effectively with physicians, patients, staff and the public. Education : Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy required Certifications : Active Respiratory Therapist certification required BLS Certification CXR Certification preferred Experience : At least six months experience in a similar setting preferred Familiarity with Allscripts and Cerner preferred Must pass nicotine screening test