Critical Care Respiratory Therapist for LTACH/ARU

ScionHealth; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to provide safe, high‑quality respiratory care across LTACH and ARU settings. You will monitor ventilation, administer meds, assess patients, and collaborate with physicians for optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include airway management, device troubleshooting, ABG analysis, and education for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary certificate/diploma in an accredited respiratory therapy program is required.
• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Licensure as an RCP in the state of practice is required at hire.
• ACLS and BCLS certifications are required at hire or within facility timelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care procedures per policies and protocols.
• Document and code respiratory care services accurately.
• Verify and initiate physician orders for respiratory therapy.
• Operate and maintain respiratory care equipment and devices.
• Manage oxygen/ventilator delivery and airway devices as prescribed.
• Assist in airway management including intubation support as needed.
• Perform ABG sampling, analysis and quality control.
• Provide patient and family教育, and participate in rounds and in-services.

Skills

Stress management

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Fluent English

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Postsecondary Respiratory Therapy certificate/diploma

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to provide safe, high‑quality respiratory care across LTACH and ARU settings. You will monitor ventilation, administer meds, assess patients, and collaborate with physicians for optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include airway management, device troubleshooting, ABG analysis, and education for patients and families.