Neonatal RRT Specialist | 12-Hour Day Shifts

St. Josephs Medical Center; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A healthcare facility in Houston is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to provide professional respiratory care in accordance with physicians' therapeutic plans. The role involves assessing patients' respiratory conditions, administering inhalant medications, and operating respiratory equipment. Candidates must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, hold RRT certification, and possess strong communication skills. This position allows the therapist to foster patient relationships and contribute to quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• NICU experience needed, along with NRP certification for therapists involved with infants.
• Able to communicate effectively in English.

Responsabilités

• Assess patient's respiratory condition and plan therapy.
• Administer inhalant medications according to physician orders.
• Monitor and operate respiratory equipment.

Connaissances

Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Technical and critical thinking skills

Communication skills

Bilingual or Multilingual (preferred)

Formation

Graduate of American Medical Association approved school of respiratory therapy

Description du poste

A healthcare facility in Houston is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to provide professional respiratory care in accordance with physicians' therapeutic plans. The role involves assessing patients' respiratory conditions, administering inhalant medications, and operating respiratory equipment. Candidates must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, hold RRT certification, and possess strong communication skills. This position allows the therapist to foster patient relationships and contribute to quality improvement activities.