Certified Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

CommonSpirit Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Health in the Brazos Valley area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join an established team delivering specialized cardiopulmonary care.

You will perform treatments from nebulizers to ventilator management and oxygen therapies, while developing care plans and ensuring calm, focused responses in routine and emergent situations. The role requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, TX licensure, CRT, and BLS with ACLS/PALS within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy.
• TX Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required.
• BLS CPR certification required; ACLS and PALS within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician orders and documents all respiratory activity.
• Cleans and assembles equipment; maintains supply stock levels.
• Educates patients, families, and team members on procedures and care plans.
• Maintains lifesaving skills and current licensure for patient safety.
• Collaborates with team to ensure timely and effective patient care.
• Completes continuing education requirements to maintain certification.

Education

Associates in Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Care Practitioner: TX

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Basic Life Support - CPR (AHA)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

St. Joseph Health in the Brazos Valley area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join an established team delivering specialized cardiopulmonary care.

You will perform treatments from nebulizers to ventilator management and oxygen therapies, while developing care plans and ensuring calm, focused responses in routine and emergent situations. The role requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, TX licensure, CRT, and BLS with ACLS/PALS within specified timelines.