Night RRT: Ventilator Care & Pulmonary Diagnostics

Methodist Health; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Health in Richardson, TX, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the night shift. The role involves managing respiratory therapies, diagnostics, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under supervision, with emphasis on safety and patient-centered outcomes.

Requirements include a Respiratory Care Program graduate, BLS, ACLS, NBRC registration, and Texas license; NRP/PALS must be obtained within 1 year. 3 twelve-hour night shifts per week.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support—must obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• 6 months respiratory care experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including 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 including ABG analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs, and ECGs.
• Prepares a treatment evaluation with bedside respiratory assessment, patient interview and chart review.
• Uses critical thinking to determine appropriate actions in patient care.
• MUST interpret CXR, ABG, and PFT data when reviewing patient information.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment (ventilators, oxygen analyzers, delivery devices, blood gas analyzers).
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance tasks; performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Utilizes patient scripting to improve satisfaction and care experience.
• Performs other job duties as required.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

NRP

PALS

Texas license

NBRC registration

6 months experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Methodist Health in Richardson, TX, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the night shift. The role involves managing respiratory therapies, diagnostics, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under supervision, with emphasis on safety and patient-centered outcomes.

Requirements include a Respiratory Care Program graduate, BLS, ACLS, NBRC registration, and Texas license; NRP/PALS must be obtained within 1 year. 3 twelve-hour night shifts per week.