Respiratory Therapist, Certified (CRT)

Job Description

Title: Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Job Type: Full-Time

Your experience matters

At North Alabama Medical Center , we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Respiratory Therapist - Certified Position Summary

Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans. Performs therapies and educates patients on medication use and respiratory health. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

Essential Functions

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer. Performs bedside PFTs, EKGs, and tobacco cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers and evaluates patient response to therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition appropriately.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls for respiratory assistance. Provides rapid assessment and appropriate intervention.
• Educates patients and families about illness management and community resources.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Stocks and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas with required levels and equipment.
• Cleans, sterilizes, maintains, and calibrates equipment.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees.

Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements. Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.

License: /Certifications: Current CRT or RRT license in state of practice; BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred.

About us
North Alabama Medical Center is located in Florence, AL , and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.