Lead Respiratory Therapist

Ardent Health Services; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Tyler, TX seeks a full-time Lead Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care for individuals suffering from respiratory issues. Candidates must be licensed in Texas, with 3–5 years of experience, and hold relevant certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and NRP. The role emphasizes patient care, leadership, and adherence to departmental protocols in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in respiratory therapy.
• Licensed practitioner by the State of Texas Medical Board.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to those suffering from acute and chronic respiratory problems.
• Job duties related to General Therapy, Critical Care, Education, Pulmonary Services Research, and Leadership.

Skills

Graduate from COARC accredited respiratory care program

3–5 Years experience

Licensed practitioner by the State of Texas Medical Board

Registered Respiratory Therapist with the National Board for Respiratory Care

BLS certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

PALS

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Education

Graduate from COARC accredited respiratory care program

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Lead Respiratory Therapist in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team

• UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Respiratory Care Supervisor and according to specific instructions and established departmental policies and procedures, provides patient care to those suffering from acute and chronic respiratory problems. Job duties and responsibilities are related to General Therapy, Critical Care, Education, Processing Control, Pulmonary Services Research, and Leadership.

Qualifications

• Graduate from COARC accredited respiratory care program.
• 3–5 Years experience.
• Licensed practitioner by the State of Texas Medical Board.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• PALS.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months of hire.