Overview
Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Respiratory Therapist for ourCardiopulmonary Department. This job is permanent, full-time.
*Benefits Include: *
* $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants
* Competitive Pay
* Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
* Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
* 401(k) plan with company match
* Paid Training Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants
*Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following: *
* Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
* Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
* Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
* Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
* Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
* Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
* Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
* Operates electrophysiology/cardiac stress test equipment to perform clinical diagnostic electrophysiologic/cardiac stress test exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.
*Minimum Education*
Associate’s degree in discipline or equivalent, or completion of a Respiratory Therapy Certification Program:
â–¡ Preferred X Required
*Required Licenses*
[Tennessee, United States] Respiratory Therapist
Current Respiratory Therapist License in State of Tennessee:
â–¡ Preferred X Required
Must be ABG Endorsed:
â–¡ Preferred X Required
*Required Skills/Certifications:*
The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)
The below certifications will be required within 6 months of hire or when transferring into a new department with these certifications:
X Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
**Job:** **Respiratory/Pulmonary*
**Organization:** **Starr Regional Medical Center*
**Title:** *Respiratory Therapist Days*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Athens*
**Requisition ID:** *7412-6118*
