Night Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Southwest Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver a broad range of respiratory care and diagnostic services for both adults and neonates. You will perform ABG, PFTs, ventilator management, and aerosol therapies under indirect supervision, and ensure care aligns with departmental policies.

Applicants must be licensed in Texas and NBRC-registered. Responsibilities include evaluating treatments, interpreting diagnostics, and maintaining

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.
• Licensed as 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, aerosols, and ventilatory support.
• Conducts arterial blood gases, PFTs, ECGs and related diagnostics; reports results.
• Performs bedside assessments and reviews medical records for treatment plans.
• Interprets CXR, ABG, and PFT data with clinical judgment.
• Maintains and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment and supplies.
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality initiatives.
• Performs routine equipment cleaning and servicing.
• Engages in patient communication to improve satisfaction.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

BLS

ACLS

NRP/PALS within 1 year

Texas license as RCP

NBRC RRT credential

6 months respiratory care experience

Education

NBRC RRT credential

Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen delivery devices

Cardiopulmonary equipment

Job description

Methodist Southwest Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver a broad range of respiratory care and diagnostic services for both adults and neonates. You will perform ABG, PFTs, ventilator management, and aerosol therapies under indirect supervision, and ensure care aligns with departmental policies.

Applicants must be licensed in Texas and NBRC-registered. Responsibilities include evaluating treatments, interpreting diagnostics, and maintaining