Full time - Days - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Dallas Center United Methodist; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide inhalation therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilator support for both adults and neonates. You will perform ABG analyses, PFTs, and cardiopulmonary evaluations under supervision and ensure patient safety and comfort.

The role requires BLS and ACLS, NBRC/TCB licensure, and may require NRP/PALS within a year. We value a collaborative team approach in a 443-bed hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Registered by the NBRC.
• At least 6 months of respiratory care experience preferred; new grads encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapies including oxygen, aerosols and airway clearance.
• Administers ABG, PFTs, and monitors cardiopulmonary status.
• Evaluates bedside respiratory function and reviews patient records.
• Uses critical thinking to determine appropriate actions.
• Interprets CXR, ABG and PFT results when reviewing data.
• Maintains and troubleshoots respiratory equipment and devices.
• Supports infection control, safety, and quality assurance activities.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Uses scripted communications to enhance patient satisfaction.

Skills

Respiratory care experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

NRP & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year

Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC registration

Job description

Hours Of Work

7am-7pm

Work Shift

12X3 Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Your Job:

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT’s, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director, according to departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups; and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based on age, sex, race and culture.

Your Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current Basic Life Support certification is 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 is preferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply

Your Job 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

Skills

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long‑term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award‑winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Level III Trauma Center