Night Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Methodist Health System; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shift (7pm-7am). The role involves managing respiratory therapies, ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under medical director supervision.

The candidate must have a Respiratory Care Program graduate credential, BLS and ACLS current, NRP within 1 year of hire, TX RCP license, NBRC registration and at least 6 months of experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration, aerosol and humidity therapy, and ventilation support.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs and ECGs.
• Interprets CXRs, ABGs and PFTs when reviewing patient data.
• Maintains and troubleshoots all respiratory equipment and infection control practices.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

NRP

Texas license

NBRC certification

Experience 6 months

Education

Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shift (7pm-7am). The role involves managing respiratory therapies, ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under medical director supervision.

The candidate must have a Respiratory Care Program graduate credential, BLS and ACLS current, NRP within 1 year of hire, TX RCP license, NBRC registration and at least 6 months of experience.