Advanced Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Diagnostics

Dallas Center United Methodist; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform a range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates. Duties are conducted under indirect supervision in accordance with department policies.

The role requires BLS, ACLS, NRP/PALS within 1 year of hire, Texas license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC registration, and preferred 6 months of experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• 6 months of respiratory care experience preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, humidity therapy, IPPB, and artificial airway maintenance.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs, and EKGs.

Skills

ABG interpretation

PFTs

Ventilator management

Oxygen therapy

Bronchial hygiene

Respiratory assessment

Neonatal care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform a range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates. Duties are conducted under indirect supervision in accordance with department policies.

The role requires BLS, ACLS, NRP/PALS within 1 year of hire, Texas license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC registration, and preferred 6 months of experience.