Resp Therapist CRT

Why You’LL Love Working Here

* Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you
and your family healthy.
* Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term
financial stability.
* Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward
your expertise and dedication.
* No call, weekends, or holidays required.

Role: Respiratory Therapist – CRT

Location: Merit Health Central

Schedule: Full-Time Days

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist – CRT delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and
pharmacologic respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders and
established clinical protocols. Working under the direction of ordering
physician/clinician, this role conducts patient assessments, monitors responses
to therapy, and implements individualized treatment plans to support respiratory
function and patient recovery. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate
documentation, promotes patient safety, and collaborates with the healthcare
team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care in compliance with
organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

* Administers respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol
treatments, and chest physiotherapy, based on physician orders and protocols.
* Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to
facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment
process.
* Conducts patient assessments, correlating care with patient needs, and
monitors responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological
interventions.
* Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance
with established respiratory care procedures.
* Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient
comfort and safety during respiratory support.
* Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and
leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care
concerns.
* Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory
treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with
policies.
* Ensures adherence to patient identification protocols, safety measures, and
infection control standards in all procedures.
* Administers medications as prescribed, utilizing patient safety techniques to
maintain proper delivery and documentation.
* Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating
appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to
stabilize patients.
* Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring
treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
* Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient
identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection
control standards.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
* Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

* 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic
respiratory procedures.
* Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams,
patients, and families.
* Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
* Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation
and reporting.
* Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control
measures.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory
standards.

Licenses and Certifications

* CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist required
* BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required
* ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
* PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required
* NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU required
* STABLE - Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU required

State Specific Requirements

* Alabama: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP),
and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
* Florida: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation
(NRP) certifications required.
* Georgia: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP),
and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required within 90
days of employment. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course required
within 30 days of employment.
* Indiana: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation
(NRP) certifications required within 90 days of employment. Pediatric
Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required with 12 months of
employment. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course required within 30
days of employment. STABLE certification required within 6 months of
employment.
* Mississippi: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation
(NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
* North Carolina: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
* New Mexico: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation
(NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
* Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
* Texas: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP),
and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
Successful completion of assigned SAMA course required within 30 days of
employment. STABLE certification required for NICU therapists within 6 months
of employment.