RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapy Department

PRN positions available

(These positions are required to work both day and night shifts, weekends and holidays.)

Job Summary:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Department Specific Responsibilities:

• Exercises concern for patient's welfare.
• Prepares and administers patient medications.
• Provides oxygen administration.
• Performs emergency procedures
• Monitors appropriate record systems. Trouble shoots procedures and equipment.

Education Requirements:

Must be a graduate of an AMA approved school of respiratory therapy.

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

Must be a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Mississippi. Must be registered as an CRT or an RRT with the NBRC. Must maintain certifications in BLS and ACLS.

Experience/Qualification Skills:

Ability to read and interpret physician orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence.

Reasoning Ability:

Must have the ability to apply non-judgmental reasoning capabilities whenever necessary when dealing with patients, visitors, and staff. Critical thinking is a must. Must have reasonable reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do.