• Respiratory Therapist

    Prime Healthcare (Gadsden, AL)


    Overview

     

    We are seeking aRespiratory 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: nights

     

    Employment Type:per diem/PRN

     

    Hours:12-hour shift: 7p - 7a

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

    + Competitive compensation

    + Medical insurance benefit plan

    + 401K

    Responsibilities

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

    + W ill provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily

    + C onduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients

    + S et up, monitor , and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently

    + M ay be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provid e airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitat e patients in critical situations

    + A ssess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed

    + E nsure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned , sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

    Qualifications

    Education and Training

     

    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

    + High School Diploma

    Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

    + Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree

    + NRP certificate

    + 2 years experience as an RCP

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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    Employment Status

     

    Per Diem

     

    Shift

     

    Nights

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

     

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    FacilityRiverview Regional Medical Center

     

    LocationUS-AL-Gadsden

    ID2025-224380

    CategoryClinical Tech

     

    Position TypePer Diem

     

    ShiftNights

     

    Job TypeNon-Exempt