Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Dothan, AL
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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Respiratory Therapist
- Encompass Health
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Dothan, AL
FULL_TIME
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Walk in Wednesday Interviews- no appointment needed.
The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, professional and federal regulations and guidelines. In additions, the position creates an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient centered care and treatment in a safe manner.
Job Code: 100134
Qualifications
License or Certification:
- Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
- CPR certification
- ACLS certification preferred.
Education, Training and Years of Experience:
- 2 years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
Machines, Equipment Used:
- General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.
Physical Requirements:
- Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and ability push/pull a minimum of 30 pounds, which includes the lifting, pushing and/or pulling of medical supplies and equipment and the transferring and repositioning of patients. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements.
- Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking.
- Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipment
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.
- Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
- Ability to work independently without supervision.
Environmental Conditions:
- Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.
- Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.
- Handicapped accessible.
- May work under stressful circumstances at times.
Proficiency or Productivity Standards:
- Meets established attendance standards.
- Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.
- May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.
- May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.
- Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.
- May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.
- May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.About the Company:
Encompass Health
- 1 Month Ago
Respiratory Therapist Nights
- Medical Center Enterprise
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Enterprise, AL
FULL_TIME
- RRT/CRT Full Time Nightshift: 12 hour shifts 6pm-6:30am $10K Student Loan Repayments As a Respiratory Therapist, at Medical Center Enterprise , you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - pro...
- 1 Month Ago
Respiratory Therapist / Nurse
- Lincare Inc.
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Dothan, AL
FULL_TIME
- The Health Care Specialist performs equipment setups in a timely and professional manner. This employee is generally responsible for the setup of highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monito...
- 1 Month Ago
Respiratory Therapist, Full Time,
- Medical Center Enterprise
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ENTERPRISE, AL
FULL_TIME
- Come join Medical Center Enterprise where we believe in the power of people to create great care! Patient care and trust is our passion at Medical Center Enterprise. We offer a family friendly hometow...
- 1 Month Ago
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST- MCH RESPIRATORY DEPT- FT
- THE HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF MILLER COUNTY
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Colquitt, GA
FULL_TIME
- Ready to love where you work? The Hospital Authority of Miller County includes Miller County Hospital, Miller Nursing Home, Calhoun Nursing Home and other organizations that utilize clinical and non-c...
- 1 Month Ago
RESP THERAPIST- MCH RESPIRATORY DEPT- PRN
- THE HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF MILLER COUNTY
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Colquitt, GA
OTHER
- Ready to love where you work? The Hospital Authority of Miller County includes Miller County Hospital, Miller Nursing Home, Calhoun Nursing Home and other organizations that utilize clinical and non-c...
- 20 Days Ago
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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,649 per week
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Dothan, AL
- Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Dothan, Al...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,573 per week
- Adventist Health
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Dothan, AL
- Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Dothan, Alabama. Job D...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,835 per week
- Vibra Travels
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Dothan, AL
- Vibra Travels is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Dothan, Alabama. Job Descrip...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care - $1,835 per week
- Vibra Travels
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Dothan, AL
- Vibra Travels is seeking a travel nurse RN Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Dothan, Alabama. Job Description & Req...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care - $1,835 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Dothan, AL
- Vibra Travels is seeking a travel nurse RN Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Dothan, Alabama. Job Description & Req...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,835 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Dothan, AL
- Vibra Travels is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Dothan, Alabama. Job Descrip...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse - Medical-Surgical RN $2340/wk
- Hiring Now!
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Dothan, AL
- Job Description Nomad Health seeks an experienced Medical-Surgical registered nurse for a travel assignment in AL. Take ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN - Medical ICU - Nights
- Flowers Hospital
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DOTHAN, AL
- Flowers Hospital - Caring for you as Family Status: Full Time, Permanent Placement Shift: 7p-7a About us: Flowers Hospit...
- 2/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Dothan, Alabama
Dothan /ˈdoʊθən/ is a city in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is the county seat of Houston County and the seventh largest city in Alabama, with a population of 65,496 at the 2010 census. It is near the state's southeastern corner, approximately 20 miles (32 km) west of the Georgia state line and 16 miles (26 km) north of Florida. It is named after the biblical city, the place where Joseph's brothers threw him into a cistern and sold him into slavery in Egypt.
Dothan is the principal city of the Dothan, Alabama metropolitan area, which encompasses all of Gene...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs
$59,774 to $71,544
Dothan, Alabama area prices
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