Day Shift Respiratory Therapist - $10K Sign-On

Methodist Health System

Irving (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

5 days ago

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$10K sign-on bonus

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center, part of Methodist Health System, seeks a Full-time Day Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its team. The role includes ABG, PFT, and ventilator support, with a $10K sign-on bonus for this daytime position.

The ideal candidate is licensed in Texas, with BLS and ACLS, NBRC-registered, and 6 months of RRT experience. NRP/PALS must be obtained within 1 year of hire. Shift is 12X3 Day, hours 7am–7pm, on-site in Dallas.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
Current Basic Life Support certification required.
Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required.
NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support— must obtain within 1 year of hire.
Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board.
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
At least 6 months respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation.
Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient’s medical record.
Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT’s when reviewing patient data.
Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
Perform other job duties as required