Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Compensation
Pay not disclosed
- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility
Provides respiratory care to patients. Completes established competencies for
the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as
assigned. Performs various respiratory therapy services at an advanced level in
accordance with departmental policy and procedure to insure therapeutic or
diagnostic procedures prescribed by physicians are carried out in a professional
manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Demonstrated skill with office machines, computer, hand tools, diagnostic
equipment, and patient therapeutic equipment/machines etc.
* Provides direct care to assigned patients, maintains patient privacy and
confidentiality of information at all times.
* Demonstrates the ability to assess patients understanding of and compliance
with instructions.
* Maintains stocked supplies and gas cylinders.
* Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
* Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Required
* Education: Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory care program. * Licensure/Certifications: * Current Registered Respiratory Therapist license with ABG Analyst endorsement from the State of Tennessee * NBRC RRT credential. * BLS * ACLS * PALS * For Bartlett Hires - NRP-NICU CRT; NRP CRT
Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Hospital is committed to providing exceptional
patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our
team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part
of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of
our patients.
At Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett, we understand that our greatest asset is
our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we
provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health,
professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and
programs include:
* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
* 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
* Generous paid time off
* Career development and continuing education opportunities
* Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
* Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
* Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and
critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home
insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by
employment status
Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett is a 196-bed full service hospital located at
2986 Kate Bond Rd in Bartlett. Opened in 2004, the hospital provides an
extensive offering of medical services including a 24-hour emergency room,
critical care, cardiac care, oncology, urology, physical therapy and a 16-bed
orthopedic/spine unit. Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett has been honored with the
American Heart Associations Get With The GuidelinesStroke Gold Plus Achievement
Award, Leapfrog Groups “A” Hospital Safety Score, and has received Chest Pain
Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care. At Saint
Francis Healthcare, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our
team where we strive to be No. 1 in quality, safety and service excellence. Join
our team!
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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