Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Memorial Physician Practices; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Leave

Tuition Assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join our clinical team on a full-time basis. You will administer respiratory therapies, manage ventilators, perform ABG analysis, and aid in airway management within a multidisciplinary setting.

We value licensing, CPR/BLS (ACLS per unit), and at least 3 years of cardiopulmonary care. Our program emphasizes patient-centered care, ongoing education, and supportive benefits to help you grow

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-Approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the state.
• CPR-BLS; ACLS as required by unit.
• 3+ years of cardiopulmonary/respiratory care preferred.
• Proficiency with mechanical ventilation and airway management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for side effects.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments as ordered; monitor indications and dosing.
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators and airway management; tracheal suctioning.
• Assess pain affecting rehabilitation participation and notify physician.
• Perform ABG sampling and interpretation.
• Perform EKGs and document results per procedure; route reports to providers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary Care

Mechanical Ventilation

Airway Management

ABG Analysis

EKG Acquisition

EMR Documentation

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

AMA-Approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

ECG Equipment

EMR Systems

Job description

Facility Name: Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth

Schedule: Full-Time

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for and address potential side effects.
• Administer ordered respiratory therapy treatments; understand indications, dosing parameters, and possible adverse effects.
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators; perform associated critical-care duties such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Assess pain that interferes with function or rehabilitation participation and notify the physician for appropriate intervention.
• Perform arterial punctures to obtain ABG samples; recognize potential complications and contraindications.
• Perform EKGs, document/report results per department procedure, route to requesting providers, and file reports appropriately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage and tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be a graduate of an AMA-Approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Additional requirements include:

• Current state Respiratory Therapist license
• Three (3)+ years of cardiopulmonary/respiratory care experience highly preferred
• Current CPR certification (BLS required; ACLS per unit requirements or preferred)
• Skills: Mechanical ventilation and airway management; oxygen/therapeutic modalities; ABG sampling and analysis; EKG Acquisition and workflow; pain assessment/communication; EMR Documentation; teamwork and time management.

EEOC Statement

"Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.