Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Knoxville, TN

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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Occupational Therapist Assistant, Home Health Per Diem
  • 804 CenterWell Certified Healthcare Corp.
  • Knoxville, TN PER_DIEM
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will: Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment. Assist in the implementation of vocational/education programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote/maintain health and self-sufficiency. Design/adapt equipment and working and/or living environment. Fabricate devices to assist and improve function and independence and participation in the program and/or community where possible. Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients as directed by the qualified Occupational Therapist and in accordance with physician orders to improve/restore strength, coordination, range-of-motion and function or teach compensation measures. Report information and observations to Occupational Therapist and/or Clinical supervisor, document observed information in patient records and prepares clinical notes. Assist with preparation of progress reports. Maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Instruct patients and family members regarding home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and act as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs. Design community reintegration activities, as appropriate, to assist the client in the physical reconditioning effort, and/or the psychological adjustment and coordinate the plan with members of the interdisciplinary team. Use your skills to make an impact Required Experience/Skills: Current and unrestricted OTA licensure Minimum of six months occupational therapist assistant experience preferred Home Health experience a plus Current CPR certification Good organizational and communication skills Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation. Scheduled Weekly Hours 1 About us About CenterWell Home Health: CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive in-home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers – all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives. About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first – for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of  Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of  Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Respiratory Therapist (RT)
  • Select Specialty Hospital - Knoxville
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT & CRT) Sign On Bonus: $7500 Hours: Days Location: Downtown Knoxville Why work for Select Specialty / Regency Hospitals? We are co...
  • 19 Days Ago
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Respiratory Therapist (Pool)
  • Encompass Health
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Respiratory Therapist Career OpportunityJoin Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of ImpactAre you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community? Encompass Health ...
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Respiratory Therapist - Nights
  • Tennova Knoxville Physician RMC - North Knoxville Medical Center
  • KNOXVILLE, TN FULL_TIME
  • About the Job: 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...
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CSS-Respiratory Therapist
  • Covenant Health
  • Knoxville, TN TEMPORARY
  • Overview Covenant Health Seasonal Staffing-Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Position Summary: Provides care to patients with respiratory insufficiency and related complications. Functions as par...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
  • Trustaff
  • Sweetwater, TN FULL_TIME
  • As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll assist patients who are having trouble breathing due to conditions like asthma, emphysema, chronic respiratory disease, or emergency trauma. Respiratory Therapists p...
  • 1 Month Ago
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CERT RESP THERAPIST
  • Covenant Health Inc.
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview Certified Respiratory Therapist $10,000 Sign-on Bonus for Experienced RRT (Night shift) Full Time, 72 hours per...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SR RRT
  • Covenant Health Inc.
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN/OCC, Variable Hours Per Pay Period, Day shift Parkwest Overview: Pa...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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RRT
  • Covenant Health
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview: Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN/OCC, Variable Hours and Shifts Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is an...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA-TCU
  • Covenant Health
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview: Certified Nursing Assistant, Transitional Care Unit Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift The Transiti...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA-TCU
  • Covenant Health Inc.
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview Certified Nursing Assistant, Transitional Care Unit Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift The Transitio...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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HUC2
  • Covenant Health
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview: Unit Coordinator- Transitional Care Unit Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift The Transitional Care U...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Knoxville, Tennessee

Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a population of 178,874 as of the 2010 census, making it the state's third largest city after Nashville and Memphis. Knoxville is the principal city of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which, in 2016, was 868,546, up 0.9 percent, or 7,377 people, from to 2015. The KMSA is, in turn, the central component of the Knoxville-Sevierville-La Follette Combined Statistical Area, which, in 2013, had a population of 1,096,961. First settled in 178...
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Income Estimation for Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs
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What does a Certified Respiratory Therapist do?

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