Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Description:Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Full Time (36 hours), Third Shift$30,000 sign on bonus for qualified individualsThe Baptist Health Respiratory Care department helps patients breathe better and live healthier. Our expert team provides personalized care and advanced treatments for conditions like asthma and COPD. We offer comprehensive pulmonary function testing, advanced ventilator management, pulmonary rehabilitation programs, asthma and COPD education and management, and 24/7 emergency respiratory care. Our dedicated professionals deliver high-quality, compassionate care using state-of-the-art treatment plans.Job Description:Responsible to perform daily Respiratory Care procedures as assigned, which include but are not limited to: Medication administration via aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, percussion and postural drainage, non-invasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, CPR, bedside pulmonary function screening, and arterial blood gases.Able to perform in all emergency situations and provide intubation, if applicableMedication administration via aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, percussion and postural drainage, non-invasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, CPR, bedside pulmonary function screening, and arterial blood gases.Able to perform in all emergency situations and provide intubation, if applicable.Requirements:Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).Must be licensed by the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Kentucky and in accordance with the provisions of KRS chapter 314A.Must maintain an active BLS.Benefits:Annual Tuition AssistanceCompany paid Maternity and Paternity leave5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.