Prisma Health·Maryville, Tennessee
Performs respiratory therapy and critical care procedures for patients of all ages according to physician orders. Manages invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and associated airway equipment.
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physician’s order and departmental policy. Works independently in all acute and critical care settings. Consults with physicians and other personnel and makes recommendations on treatment as appropriate.
Essential Functions
All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Performs respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols.
Initiates, monitors and manages patients requiring various types of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
Initiates and manages various types of airways and associated equipment.
Obtains blood gasses from sites. Analyzes and reports results.
Documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and tasks. Provides patient and family education, as appropriate.
Communicates with members of the healthcare team to include students and nurse shadows. Provides an accurate and complete report. Makes recommendations as appropriate. Communicates well with supervisors, coordinators, or those acting in lieu of the above.
Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status.
Performs other duties as assigned
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state in which work is performed.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
BLS
NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS etc. must obtain and maintain certifications as required by work unit.
• Skills necessary to treat patients of all ages to include neonates, infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Work Shift: Night (United States of America)
8001 Blount Memorial Hospital, Inc.
Department: 80017135 Respiratory Care Services
to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
Requires an Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Care Program and a state Respiratory Care Practitioner license. Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with relevant certifications like BLS, NRP, PALS, or ACLS.
Market context
In Tennessee, allied health employers often look for occupational therapists who are already licensed and have home health experience, especially when serving Medicare patients. These roles can be competitive because candidates who meet licensure requirements and bring relevant field experience may align more closely with patient care needs and scheduling demands. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to confirm fit quickly, then prepare to highlight your school credentials, state license, and any Medicare home health work in your application.
