CRT, Certified Respiratory Therapist - Longview - Full Time

CHRISTUS Health; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated respiratory therapist to provide pulmonary care for patients of all ages in a dynamic hospital environment. This role involves performing critical respiratory therapy procedures and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will have the opportunity to utilize advanced practice skills, including ventilator management and pulmonary function testing, while working in a supportive and fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career in respiratory therapy, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience preferred in respiratory therapy.
• RCP License and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage ventilators and perform airway management procedures.
• Conduct patient assessments and develop respiratory care plans.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway management

Patient assessments

Blood gas collection and analysis

EKG analysis

Therapeutic gas management

Education

RCP License

BLS Certification

CRT Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

• 2 – 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RCP License in the state of employment required
• BLS required
• CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

Position Requirements:

Education/Skills

• None

Experience

• None

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current ACLS certification required

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time

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