Registered Respiratory Therapist - $22+ per hour - North Mississippi Health Services : Job Details

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a job in Tupelo, Mississippi.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Therapeutic Modalities: Ventilatory management, recommend and administer therapeutic regime. Airway Management. Diagnostic: Assess and perform acid base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control and diagnostic procedures. Assessment: Clinical and physical assessment to assure individualized patient focused therapy. Documentation: Maintain records to provide complete clinical information and assure accurate patient charting and charging. Equipment: Select, assemble, assure proper function and perform quality control while maintaining infection control. Education: The incumbent will serve as an instructor to students and individuals or groups upon request Job Knowledge: * Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, this credential must be maintained with the NBRC. * The incumbent must maintain a valid and current Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state in which the facility is located . * This position must demonstrate the knowledge and skill to care for a wide range of patients, including; infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. * Primarily caring for adults.* New incumbents must complete hospital orientation as well as Respiratory Care Department specific orientation

North Mississippi Health Services Job ID #2232-000BI2. Posted job title: Registered Respiratory Therapist, Main Unit

At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting you to a career that challenges you, engages your mind and inspires you to be the “you” you always wanted to be. We also believe in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives and your passions – and connecting you with others to create a supportive and innovative team that aspires and achieves together. Most of all, we believe in helping you leverage and connect your personal passion with a much greater purpose. We're committed to helping our team of over 7,000 unique individuals discover what connects you to our mission, vision and ultimate “why” – our patients.

With seven hospitals, more than 60 clinics, four long-term care facilities, state-of-the-art women's and behavioral health facilities and multiple outpatient care centers, we have a variety of career opportunities waiting for you.