Critical Care Respiratory Therapist – Ventilators & ABGs

STHS McAllen; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STHS McAllen in McAllen, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures, and to maintain ventilator and life support equipment. You will assess patients and assist with invasive procedures such as ABGs and intubation.

Requires Texas licensure, NBRC eligibility, and current BCLS/ACLS/NRP within six months of hire; PALS also preferred. The role emphasizes compliance, quality care, and teamwork in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the State of Texas to perform Respiratory Care under the guidelines of the Respiratory Care Practitioners Act and holds a temporary permit until permanent license.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.
• High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Program for NBRC eligibility.
• Currently licensed by the state of Texas.
• Must have and maintain a current BCLS Certification (AHA Healthcare Provider).
• Must have and maintain a current ACLS Certification (AHA).
• PALS and NRP within six months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• POSITION SUMMARY: Performs routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintains respiratory equipment and ensures operability of ventilators and life support.
• Provides routine respiratory patient assessment.
• Performs some invasive procedures such as ABGs and assists with intubation.

Skills

1 year clinical experience in all resp

Education

High School diploma

Accredited Respiratory Program NBRC eligibility

Current Texas licensure

Job description

STHS McAllen in McAllen, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures, and to maintain ventilator and life support equipment. You will assess patients and assist with invasive procedures such as ABGs and intubation.

Requires Texas licensure, NBRC eligibility, and current BCLS/ACLS/NRP within six months of hire; PALS also preferred. The role emphasizes compliance, quality care, and teamwork in a hospital setting.