Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT), Certified (CRT) or Registered (RRT) , internally referred to as a Respiratory Care Provider (RCP) for our Respiratory Care team. As a CRT/RRT you will work under the direction and authorization of the Medical Director and Cardiopulmonary Director/Manager.  

Shift’s Available:  variable

Employment Type: per diem/PRN

Hours: 12-hour shift

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• competitive compensation
• generous medical benefits plan
• 401K

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

• Performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician
• Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient
• In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as team lead, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift
• Evaluation, diagnosis, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary problems
• Such patients include those with emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cardiac failure, and chest trauma

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:  

• Alabama state Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and/or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from NBRC
• BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree
• NRP certificate

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.  If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources.  Know Your Rights: 

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