Certified Respiratory Therapist - CMFHS Main

Christus Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, where you will be integral in providing exceptional pulmonary care to patients of all ages. This dynamic role involves performing critical respiratory therapy procedures, managing ventilators, and collaborating with a dedicated team to develop comprehensive care plans. You will have the opportunity to enhance your skills in advanced practices such as pulmonary function testing and therapeutic gas management. This position offers a supportive environment that emphasizes professional growth and patient-centered care, making it a fulfilling opportunity for those passionate about respiratory health.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred.
• RCP License and relevant certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop respiratory care plans.
• Manage ventilators and deliver aerosolized drugs.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Airway Management

Ventilator Management

Patient Assessment

Documentation

Education

RCP License

BLS Certification

CRT Certification

Tools

BiPAP

CPAP

EKG Equipment

Blood Gas Analyzers

Job description

Certified Respiratory Therapist - CMFHS Main

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Conducts patient assessments and develops respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities:

1. Meet the expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
2. Include, but are not limited to:
3. Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
4. Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
5. Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
6. Ventilator management (setup and operation);
7. Oral hygiene;
8. Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
9. Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
10. Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
11. Chest film analysis;
12. Blood gas collection and analysis;
13. EKG analysis;
14. Accurate and complete documentation;
15. Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
16. Participation in CAP and JC surveys.

RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve as Team Leader.

Advanced practice skills may include:

1. Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
2. Pulmonary Function Testing;
3. Bronchoscopy assistance;
4. Hemodynamic Monitoring;
5. Waveform analysis;
6. Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills: See licensure and/or certification requirements.

Experience: 2 - 3 years of experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• RCP License in the state of employment required;
• BLS required;
• CRT through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.

Work Type: Full Time

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