What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Medix™?
Title: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Knoxville, TN
About Facility: Outpatient Facility
Pay Contract to Hire: $27.00-29.00
Duration: Contract-To-Hire After 1040 Hours
Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm
Start Date: 06/01/2026
Responsibilities:
- Perform necessary procedures with non-invasive methods such as CPAP and BIPAP therapies
- Educate and counsel staff members on basic respiratory therapy procedures
- Assist with therapy programs for patients based on the specific instructions of Physicians
- Engage in diagnostic evaluation, treatment and control of deficiencies and abnormal functions found in the patient’s cardiopulmonary system
- Collaborate with nursing staff to administer blood gas samples and perform basic analysis
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Knowledge and ability to perform sound basic clinical procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, various tests, etc., as needed
- Experience with prior authorizations and medication refills
- Ability to adjust pace of work flow effectively
- Skill in verbal communication.
- Ability to apply policies and principles to solve everyday problems and deal with a variety of situations.
- Ability to work effectively with physicians, patients, staff and the public.
Education:
- Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy required
Certifications:
- Active Respiratory Therapist certification required
- BLS Certification
- CXR Certification preferred
Experience:
- At least six months experience in a similar setting preferred
- Familiarity with Allscripts and Cerner preferred
- Must pass nicotine screening test
Salary : $27 - $29