Respiratory Therapist (CRT)PRN, Inpatient Rehabilitation
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Facility Name: Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
Schedule: PRN As Needed Days/Nights Weekday and Weekend Coverage
Your experience matters
More about our team
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a 57-bed hospital located in Knoxville TN and is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.
How youll contribute
A Respiratory Therapist (CRT)who excels in this role:
Delivers comprehensive respiratory care including oxygen therapy therapeutic modalities mechanical ventilation management and diagnostic testing.
Monitors patient response recognizes side effects/complications communicates findings to the care team and ensures safe evidence-based practice in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for and address potential side effects.
Administer ordered respiratory therapy treatments; understand indications dosing parameters and possible adverse effects.
Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators; perform associated critical-care duties such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
Assess pain that interferes with function or rehabilitation participation and notify the physician for appropriate intervention.
Perform arterial punctures to obtain ABG samples; recognize potential complications and contraindications.
Perform EKGs document/report results per department procedure route to requesting providers and file reports appropriately.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What were looking for
Education: Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
Licensure: Current Tennessee Respiratory Therapist license.
Certifications: Current CPR certification (BLS required; ACLS per unit requirements or preferred).
Experience: Three (3) years of cardiopulmonary/respiratory care experience highly preferred.
Skills: Mechanical ventilation and airway management; oxygen/therapeutic modalities; ABG sampling and analysis; EKG acquisition and workflow; pain assessment/communication; EMR documentation; teamwork and time management.
Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application or have questions Please contact Morgan Gilbert by emailing
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
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About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
