CRT or RRT (Respiratory Therapy #)

Respiratory Therapist

North Alabama Medical Center

Schedule: Full-Time- Varied Shifts

North Alabama Medical Center is part of

Lifepoint Health

, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Respiratory Therapist 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 who excels in this role:

Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer. Delivers and evaluates patient response to therapy per plan of care. Responds to codes and emergent calls for respiratory assistance. 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.

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO :

Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth :

Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being :

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapist Required

Current CRT or RRT license in Alabama

More about North Alabama Medical Center:

North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed facility offering the community's only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women's and children's services and a complete line of medical and imaging services. North Alabama Medical Center's 24-hour emergency department serves as the primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.

Spend your days getting to know the local community by exploring our shops, restaurants, and historical attractions.

North Alabama Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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 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.