Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Supplemental Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer basic and advanced procedures for patients with respiratory disorders, including NICU and adult critical care units. The role requires experience in high acuity hospital settings and active collaboration with physicians and care teams.

Responsibilities include patient education, developing care plans, and ensuring safety and quality care while adhering to Memorial Hermann policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current and unrestricted Respiratory Care Practitioner License with the State of Texas required.
• CRT certification; RRT preferred; multiple licensure options (ACLS/PALS/NRP/CPFT/RPFT/RPSGT, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
• Performs respiratory care procedures and administers medical gases. Conducts advanced patient education.
• Takes verbal treatment orders from physicians and evaluates treatment programs.
• Performs patient assessment, arterial blood gases interpretation, pulmonary function testing, and chest x-rays as indicated.
• Develops respiratory care plan and serves as a resource for RCP I and other staff.
• Maintains documentation and quality assurance activities; participates in continuing education.

Skills

RCP I <1 year

RCP II 1-3 years

RCP III 3-10 years

RCP IV 10+ years

Critical care exp

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Flexible schedule

Dexterity

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Texas license required

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer basic and advanced procedures for patients with respiratory disorders, including NICU and adult critical care units. The role requires experience in high acuity hospital settings and active collaboration with physicians and care teams.

Responsibilities include patient education, developing care plans, and ensuring safety and quality care while adhering to Memorial Hermann policies.