Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Company: Baptist Health
Location: Lexington
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description:Full-time, Nights, Respiratory CareResponsible 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 applicable.Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensures Required: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.If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Employees will be expected to comply with Baptist Health's infectious disease and vaccination policies, which include but may not be limited to compliance with BHS' mandatory vaccination policies for influenza and COVID unless reasonable accommodations are needed under applicable lawBaptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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