Night Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under supervision. You will assess and treat patients per departmental policies, with emphasis on safety and quality care.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, TX license, NBRC registration, BLS/ACLS, and within one year NRP/PALS.

Qualifications

• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At least 6 months of respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics to include 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 to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
• Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient’s medical record.
• Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT’s when reviewing patient data.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
• Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
• Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
• Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
• Perform other job duties as required

Skills

ABG interpretation

PFTs

Ventilator management

Bronchial hygiene therapy

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under supervision. You will assess and treat patients per departmental policies, with emphasis on safety and quality care.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, TX license, NBRC registration, BLS/ACLS, and within one year NRP/PALS.