Huntsville Hospital Health System·Huntsville, Alabama
The Respiratory Therapist provides direct patient care across critical care, step-down, and general care units, including the initiation and support of mechanical ventilation. They are responsible for performing procedures related to bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, and respiratory diagnostics while participating in critical care transports.
Overview This position represents patient care directed toward critical care areas, step down areas, general care areas and critical care transports.
Education/Licensure/Certifications: HS/GED Required. Applicants must be licensed by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy and must be registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Certification of BLS is preferred for hiral processes required within the orientation period, not to exceed 90 days of hire or transfer. ACLS and or PALS certifications are preferred.
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Applicants must hold a high school diploma or GED and be licensed by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy, along with registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Clinical experience in critical settings and mechanical ventilation is required, with additional certifications like ACLS and PALS preferred.
Market context
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