Lead Respiratory Therapist & Care Leader

Universal Health Services; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

CEU access

Job summary

Universal Health Services operates Doctors Hospital of Laredo, a 183-bed acute care facility in Laredo, TX, seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver safe respiratory and cardiology care and to provide leadership for team members with lesser training.

Texas-licensed professionals with CRT/RRT, BLS, and NRP (within 6 months if NICU) are preferred. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth across UHS locations.

Qualifications

• Requires CRT and RRT NBRC certifications and Texas licensure.
• BLS required; ACLS/PALS optional.
• NRP must be completed within 6 months of hire if NICU assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, competent and ethical respiratory and cardiology care to patients.
• Provide leadership and direction for staff with lesser training.

Skills

CRT certification

RRT certification

Texas license

BLS certification

NRP within 6 months

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Universal Health Services operates Doctors Hospital of Laredo, a 183-bed acute care facility in Laredo, TX, seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver safe respiratory and cardiology care and to provide leadership for team members with lesser training.

Texas-licensed professionals with CRT/RRT, BLS, and NRP (within 6 months if NICU) are preferred. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth across UHS locations.