Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Durant, Oklahoma
The Respiratory Therapist administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory treatments following physician orders. They are responsible for monitoring patient responses, managing ventilators, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality respiratory care.
Respiratory Therapist, PRN - as needed Location: AllianceHealth Durant
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Future Security – 401(k) to help you build long-term financial stability.
Competitive Pay – A rate designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
Flexibility – Create your own schedule.
The Respiratory Therapist - RRT is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, following physician orders. This includes performing assessments, monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of ordering physician/clinician as well as established organizational policies and procedures.
Essential Functions
Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.
Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process.
Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.
Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.
Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.
Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.
Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.
Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.
Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred
AllianceHealth Durant is a 138-bed licensed acute care facility dedicated to providing safe, quality healthcare through a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services. Recognized for excellence in patient care, AllianceHealth Durant is accredited by The Joint Commission and holds additional certification as an Acute Stroke Ready facility. As part of AllianceHealth Oklahoma, which includes AllianceHealth Madill and AllianceHealth Medical Group, our team benefits from shared clinical expertise, coordinated care, innovative resources, and expanded access to specialty services. Guided by our mission to help people get well and live healthier, we are committed to building enduring relationships with patients and delivering value to the communities we serve.
Candidates must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with required certifications in BCLS, ACLS, and PALS. Preference is given to those with 1-3 years of experience in an acute care setting.
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Market context
In Oklahoma, allied health roles like radiography are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient clinics, and diagnostic settings. Competition often centers on accredited training, BLS certification, and the right ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI credentials, with higher-level openings asking for more experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm the exact level, credential fit, and relocation details before applying.