Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Angleton is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care services across all age groups. This role includes performing advanced procedures such as ventilator and airway management and participating in emergency response activities.

The ideal candidate should hold an Associate degree from a CoARC-accredited program and have the RRT credential by the NBRC. Experience in acute care is preferred. This position promises a collaborative environment with interdisciplinary teams and opportunities for further certifications.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive respiratory care services as per physician orders.
• Performs advanced procedures including ventilator and airway management.
• Exercises clinical judgment while collaborating with healthcare teams.

Skills

Advanced respiratory care procedures

Ventilator management

Airway management

Emergency response collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

Associate degree from CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Angleton is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care services across all age groups. This role includes performing advanced procedures such as ventilator and airway management and participating in emergency response activities.

The ideal candidate should hold an Associate degree from a CoARC-accredited program and have the RRT credential by the NBRC. Experience in acute care is preferred. This position promises a collaborative environment with interdisciplinary teams and opportunities for further certifications.