Respiratory Therapist (Nights) - PRN
Company: Huntsville Memorial Hospital
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description POSITION PURPOSE Under general
supervision of the Supervisor, the Respiratory Therapist is
responsible for performance of all technical procedures related to
the scope of service for the Cardiopulmonary Services Department.
Adheres to required policies affecting clinical care and the
organization’s operations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Administers
therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to: aerosol
therapy, intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB), oxygen
therapy, postural drainage and percussion, incentive spirometry,
adult and pediatric mechanical ventilation, tracheal suction, and
cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Competent in the performance of
EKGs. Competent in the performance of EEGs. Performs other testing
procedures to include Holter monitoring, EKG stress testing, and
pulmonary functions. Accurately documents patient care given in
respiratory therapy progress notes. Performs preventive maintenance
including cleaning, sterilization, and minor repairs on all
department equipment. Maintains departmental procedure logs; files
EKG and respiratory therapy records; copies reports and delivers to
patient’s medical record. Attends in- service/educational meetings
and department as required. Adheres to infection control protocols.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct. Maintains
patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI. Maintains
a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned. Instructs and
provides education to patient and family. Effectively communicates
with physicians and other team members. Demonstrates adaptability,
problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in continuous Quality Improvement programs. LATITUDE,
CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital
are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in
the care and service delivery process through effective interaction
with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff,
medical staff, patients, and visitors. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduate of a professional Respiratory Therapy program.
Persons obtaining RRT credential under grandfather clause are
exempt Experience: Prior experience in cardiopulmonary field
preferred. Licensure/Certification: Current State of Texas
Respiratory Care Practitioner license required. Current registry by
the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred. Basic Life Support
certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient
care is administered independently. Advanced Cardiac Life Support
within 90 days of employment. Pediatric Advanced Life Support & NRP
certifications required within 12 months of hire. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
AND WORKING CONDITIONS Frequent: lifting, carrying, pushing,
pulling, standing & walking. Occasional: reaching, bending,
squatting, climbing kneeling, twisting. Visual and hearing acuity
required; Color vision to perceive changes in patients and skin
color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside,
with good ventilation and comfortable temperature. Possible
exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving
mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy,
communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens Benefits Health Care
Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life
Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off Short Term &
Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources
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