The Respiratory Therapist will perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, administer therapies, and manage mechanical ventilation for patients during night shifts. They will also collaborate with the medical team to respond to emergencies and educate patients on respiratory care.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and state licensure. Additionally, they are required to possess BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications along with experience in acute care settings.
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Job description
About the Role
As a Respiratory Therapist RRT working full-time night shifts, you will play a critical role in providing specialized respiratory care to patients across various healthcare settings during overnight hours.
Your primary objective will be to assess, treat, and manage patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions, ensuring optimal lung function and oxygenation.
You will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans.
This role demands vigilance and quick decision-making to respond effectively to emergencies and changes in patient status during the night.
Ultimately, your expertise will contribute significantly to improving patient outcomes and supporting the overall healthcare team during critical overnight periods.
Minimum Qualifications
Current and valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
State licensure to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the United States.
High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications PALS.
Demonstrated experience working in a clinical respiratory therapy role, preferably in acute care settings.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working night shifts or in a 24-hour hospital environment.
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and respiratory care documentation software.
Strong background in mechanical ventilation management and pulmonary function testing.
Previous involvement in respiratory therapy quality improvement or patient education programs.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to patient needs during night shifts.
Administer respiratory therapies including oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilation, and airway management.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health savings account
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Fitness center discounts
Retirement program
Extended illness bank
Group accident insurance
Group critical illness insurance
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary, documenting all care provided accurately and timely.
Respond promptly to respiratory emergencies, providing life-saving interventions and collaborating with the medical team.
Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment to ensure safety and functionality throughout the shift.
Educate patients and their families on respiratory care techniques and disease management as appropriate.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
Skills
The required skills enable you to perform detailed respiratory assessments and deliver precise therapeutic interventions that improve patient breathing and oxygenation.
Your ability to operate and troubleshoot complex respiratory equipment ensures continuous and safe patient care throughout the night.
Effective communication skills are essential for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and educating patients and families about respiratory health.
Preferred skills such as proficiency with EMR systems streamline documentation and enhance care coordination.
Additionally, advanced certifications and experience with specialized patient populations allow you to provide comprehensive care tailored to diverse clinical scenarios.
Summary of FT benefits available
Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from, including a Health Savings Account option
Wellness based premium discount through our Premium Credit Plan
Comprehensive Dental Insurance
Your Best Health Program
$50,000 of Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by MMC
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
Group Accident Insurance
Group Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health and Welfare Employee Advocacy Center (Client Advocate Center)
Retirement program
Health fairs
Paid Time Off program
Extended Illness Bank
Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union Enrollment Option
Fitness Center Discounts
Your Calling. Our Community. Where You Belong.
In Morgan County, neighbors become friends and friends become family. When you join Morgan Medical Center, you become part of a team that cares deeply for its community and for one another.
If healthcare is your calling, you deserve a place where your expertise is valued, your voice is respected, and your work makes a visible difference. Here, relationships drive care. Patients are not numbers - they’re people we know. And colleagues are not coworkers – they’re teammates committed to shared excellence.
Since opening our new hospital in 2018, Morgan Medical Center has evolved into a trusted regional healthcare destination delivering advanced clinical services while preserving the personal touch that defines rural medicine at its best. Our growth means expanded specialties, advanced technology, and meaningful professional opportunity for clinicians and leaders who want to practice with purpose.
At Morgan Medical Center
You will be known. You will be valued. You will belong.
You will Practice at a Higher Level
Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency medicine–trained, board-certified physicians
Georgia DPH Designated Remote Stroke Treatment Center
Expanded surgical services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Breast Cancer Care
Advanced imaging including SPECT/CT, 3D mammography and wide-bore MRI
Inpatient rehabilitation/swing bed program supporting recovery across the post-acute care continuum
You will Join a Culture of Quality
DNV-accredited Critical Access Hospital aligned with ISO 9001 quality principles
Strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement
Interdisciplinary collaboration with accessible leadership
National recognition from American College of Surgeons, American Heart Association, Becker’s Top 100 and Women’s Choice Award®, and Healthgrades
You will Grow With Purpose
Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
Broad scope of practice with meaningful clinical impact
A workplace where your experience strengthens the entire organization
At Morgan Medical Center, you’re not just filling a position - you’re answering a calling.
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