Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Biloxi, MS

Registered 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 Registered Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Additionally, Registered Respiratory Therapist assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Requires an associate degree. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Requires State License to Practice. Typically reports to a manager. Registered 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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Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Akahi Associates, LLC
  • Biloxi, MS FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    Location: Keesler AFB, MS

    Pay rate: $31/hr 

    Health & Wellness: *$4.41/hr

    Schedule: Duty hours will be from 5:45am - 5:45pm or 5:45pm - 5:45am on a panama schedule. Will be scheduled for up to 16 shifts per month.

    Benefits: PTO, sick leave, holiday leave, Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short Term Disability

    Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) matching with employee participation in 401(K) plan

    Responsibilities

    • Assists physician with transesophageal and stress echocardiography ,and radionuclide and thallium studies.
    • Operates and maintains specialized equipment to evaluate respiratory functions, and respiratory physiology.
    • Performs spirometry, flow volume loops, lung volumes, diffusion capacities, and closing volumes.
    • Draws and analyzes arterial blood gas samples.
    • Maintains quality control of arterial blood gas machines and CO oximeters, including proficiency testing.
    • Performs broncho-provovation and exercise testing.
    • Assists physician with fiberoptic bronchoscopy for diagnosis and therapy.
    • Under orders of a physician, administers respiratory care such as oxygen and aerosol therapy, mechanical ventilator management, and preparation and administration of respiratory medications.
    • Assists physician within tubation and extubation procedures. Performs endotracheal tube care. Maintains patient airway.
    • Ensures bronchial hygiene through incentive spirometry and specialized breathing instructions.
    • Prepares and instructs patient to use equipment or perform procedure.
    • Checks patient and equipment, and changes, cleans, and properly stores equipment.
    • Monitors data display on physiological equipment, and obtain and records vital signs.
    • Performs cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

    Qualifications

    • Degree/Education: Associates Degree Graduate from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Care (CoARC) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
    • Licensure/Registration: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board Respiratory Care (NBRC)
    • Certification in Addition to Basic Life Support: Possess current certification for Advanced Life Support (ALS or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
    • Experience: Minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist within the last 36 months following graduation.

    AKAHI ASSOCIATES LLC

     

    AKAHI Associates is a premier provider of healthcare workers to various military treatment facilities across the United States. With a corporate office in Honolulu, Hawaii and recruiting office in San Antonio, Texas we specialize in providing skilled, trained and highly successful healthcare workers, including RNs, CRNAs, Physicians, LPN/LVN, Licensed Social Workers, and many more.

    We have a strong focus on providing our government customers with quality and superior service.

     

    Akahi Associates is an equal opportunity employer and Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For further information, please click the link below to view the EEO Is The Law poster.

    Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

    Only qualified individuals who are being considered will be contacted for an interview.

  • 21 Days Ago

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Certified Respiratory Therapist | Full Time | Days
  • Singing River Health System
  • Springs, MS FULL_TIME
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist | Full Time | DaysSinging River Health System Hospital - Ocean Springs | Full-Time | 7AM-7PM | 3109 Bienville BlvdOcean Springs, Mississippi, 39564United States Positio...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.
  • Springs, MS FULL_TIME
  • Physical Therapist Job Description/Summary PRIMARY FUNCTION The Staff Physical Therapist shall be responsible for providing quality physical therapy services and assisting in departmental operation. P...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Therapist PRN
  • Oceans Healthcare
  • Biloxi, MS OTHER
  • At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Biloxi, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping children, adults, and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression, and other mental he...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Behavioral Therapist
  • Oceans Healthcare
  • Biloxi, MS FULL_TIME
  • Hiring for: Inpatient Adolescence Unit and Outpatient Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Absolute Staffers
  • Biloxi, MS FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionAt Absolute Staffers, we think the key to doing great work starts with relationships, and relationships start with people. One of the great things about working with us is that you ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Certified Respiratory Therapist-PRN
  • Community Health System
  • Biloxi, MS
  • Job Description Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
  • Gentiva Hospice
  • Biloxi, MS
  • Our Company: Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Premium Pay
  • Universal Health Services
  • Gulfport, MS
  • Responsibilities Gulfport Behavioral Health System (a UHS facility): Gulfport Behavioral Health System, is a 90-bed psyc...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department, Full time, 7a-7p
  • Singing River Health System
  • Gulfport, MS
  • Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department, Full time, 7a-7p Singing River Health System Hospital - Gulfport / Full-Tim...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice - PRN
  • Enhabit Inc.
  • Biloxi, MS
  • Overview Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find yo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,553 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Gulfport, MS
  • Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Gulfport, Mississippi. Job...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - NIGHT SHIFT
  • Universal Health Services
  • Gulfport, MS
  • Responsibilities Gulfport Behavioral Health System (a UHS facility): Gulfport Behavioral Health System, is a 90-bed psyc...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,050 per week
  • Adventist Health
  • Gulfport, MS
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Home Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Home Health for a travel nursing job in Gulfport, Missi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Biloxi (/bɪˈlʌksi/ bi-LUK-see) is a city and one of two county seats of Harrison County, Mississippi, United States (the other seat being the adjoining city of Gulfport). The 2010 United States Census recorded the population as 44,054, and in 2016 the estimated population was 45,975. The area was first settled by French colonists. The city is part of the Gulfport–Biloxi metropolitan area and the Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS Combined Statistical Area. Pre-Katrina, Biloxi was the third-largest city in Mississippi, behind Jackson and Gulfport. Due to the widespread destruction and flooding, man...
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