Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Hattiesburg, MS
Certified Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Being a Certified Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is an impairment. Requires an associate degree and a credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). Additionally, Certified Respiratory Therapist may be expected to maintain a CPR certification. Typically reports to a manager. Certified Respiratory Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Certified Respiratory Therapist | Part Time | Days
- Singing River Health System
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Gulfport, MS
PART_TIME
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Certified Respiratory Therapist | Part Time | Days
Singing River Health System Hospital - Gulfport | Part-Time | 6AM-6PM |
15200 Community Road
Gulfport, Mississippi, 39503
United States
Position Overview:
The Certified Respiratory Therapist performs all of the respiratory care duties on general nursing units and in the critical care areas, to include: MICU, NICU, SICU, CSCU, PACU, Nursery, and Emergency Department. He/She evaluates the therapeutic benefits of respiratory care serviced rendered to patients; discuss with the physicians any difficulties patients may be having with therapy; and makes recommendations appropriate to a patient population of all ages.
The Certified Respiratory Therapist participates in the orientation of the respiratory care staff. He/She teaches and counsels staff on the use of available equipment.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education:
High School graduate or equivalent. Must be a graduate from an accredited, state approved, Respiratory Therapy Program.
License:
Must be currently licensed by the Mississippi Department of Health and/or Current Military validated licensure as allowed under special State or Federal exemptions.
Certifications:
Must be credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist or eligible to become certified (must sit for the first available exam). Must complete BCLS certification by the end of position orientation; must maintain current BCLS certification. Current certification in ACLS and Neonatal Resuscitation required at (or within twelve months of) job start (must complete required continuing education).
Experience:
One (1) year experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist preferred.
Reports to:
Manager of Respiratory Care.
Supervises:
Respiratory Therapist, when assigned.
Physical Demands:
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Safe lifting practice is expected in all areas of job performance and employees are responsible to request help whenever needed, regardless of the weight, using available assistance, i.e. lifting devices or additional staff.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of bodily fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions; substantial movements of the wrist, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data to close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts, or weekends.
Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental facilities/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conductive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Special Demands:
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.) and MS Outlook. Knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages. Must have a valid driver license as job requires traveling throughout the SRHS service area with the employee providing his/her own transportation.
- 10 Days Ago
Respiratory Therapist
- Adapt Health LLC
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Gulfport, MS
FULL_TIME
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- 2 Months Ago
Front Desk
- Certified Hospitality
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Wiggins, MS
PART_TIME
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- 2 Months Ago
Hotel Sales Coordinator
- Certified Hospitality | Jackie's International
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Wiggins, MS
FULL_TIME
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- 27 Days Ago
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician
- Hampton Inn & Suites - Certified Hospitality Management
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Wiggins, MS
PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
- ```Overview```We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of our facility...
- 27 Days Ago
Housekeeping/Laundry
- Hampton Inn & Suites Wiggins, MS - Certified Hospitality Management
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Wiggins, MS
PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
- Responsibilities:- Clean and maintain guest rooms, common areas, and laundry facilities- Make beds, change linens, and replenish towels and toiletries- Vacuum, sweep, mop, and dust all surfaces- Empty...
- 2 Months Ago
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- ManpowerGroup
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Maintenance Manager
- Ingenium Talent
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Hattiesburg, MS
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- VIP Holiday Photos
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Hattiesburg, MS
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- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Manager
- J. Galt
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Hattiesburg, MS
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- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Auto Body Technician
- JOE HUDSON'S COLLISION CENTER
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Hattiesburg, MS
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- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dental Lab Technician
- David Perez, DMD
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Hattiesburg, MS
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- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Associate
- FURNITURE DIRECT
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Hattiesburg, MS
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Sales Associate to join our team! You will resolve customer questions a...
- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN Preop PACU
- Southern Bone & Joint Specialists PA
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Hattiesburg, MS
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- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Hattiesburg is a city in the U.S. state of Mississippi, primarily in Forrest County (where it is the county seat) and extending west into Lamar County. The city population was 45,989 at the 2010 census, with an estimated population of 46,805 in 2015.
It is the principal city of the Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Metropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses Forrest, Lamar and Perry counties.
Development of the interior of Mississippi by European Americans took place primarily after the American Civil War. Before that time, only properties along the major rivers were developed as plantations. Fou...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs
$56,184 to $68,197
Hattiesburg, Mississippi area prices
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