Certified Respiratory Therapist PT | Impactful Cardiac Care

Heart Hospital of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart Hospital of Austin is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory care and perform diagnostic evaluations as ordered by the attending physician. The role requires independent work, strong communication with physicians and staff, and a focus on patient safety and outcome optimization.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the care team, adherence to hospital policies, and active participation in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Administers respiratory care as ordered by physician.
• Performs diagnostic procedures to evaluate therapy needs.
• Must obtain ACLS within 90 days and BLS within 30 days of start date.
• Certification NBRC-CRT and state-reg licensed RT required.
• Associates degree or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, interpret results, and adjust therapy as needed.
• Change therapy modes as clinically indicated.
• Prioritize and manage multiple patient assignments.
• Work independently while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and staff and document findings.
• Assist physicians in clinical management and patient care activities.

Skills

Assess patient

Communicate with physicians

Emergency management

Independence

Education

NBRC-CRT

RRT/RCP-State

Associate Degree

ACLS within 90 days

BLS within 30 days

Job description

Heart Hospital of Austin is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to administer respiratory care and perform diagnostic evaluations as ordered by the attending physician. The role requires independent work, strong communication with physicians and staff, and a focus on patient safety and outcome optimization.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the care team, adherence to hospital policies, and active participation in ongoing professional development.