Registered Respiratory Therapist
Jackson, TN
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in Jackson, Tennessee. This position involves providing comprehensive respiratory care, including evaluation, treatment, patient education, and respiratory equipment management. The role requires a qualified professional to perform routine and advanced respiratory procedures to support patient health and recovery.

Job Details

• Location: Jackson, Tennessee
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certifications as a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS), with no minimum years of experience required, valid licensure in the state of Tennessee, and professional licensure or registration as required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with pediatric respiratory care and familiarity with advanced ventilatory equipment is preferred.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include operating ventilatory equipment, performing chest physiotherapy, suctioning, monitoring with oximetry and capnography, conducting pulmonary function studies, assisting with procedures such as bronchoscopy, and performing airway management including tracheostomy care and placement of endotracheal tubes. The therapist must ensure accuracy in documentation and communicate effectively with the medical team regarding therapy progress and patient response. All treatments must be conducted in accordance with facility policies and guidelines.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits