Night-Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Texas seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shift duties on a 12x3 schedule. You will perform ABG, PFT, ventilator support, and oxygen therapy with a focus on adult and neonatal care, under indirect supervision.

The role requires someone licensed in Texas, NBRC registered, BLS and ACLS certified, and with at least 6 months of experience in respiratory care. NRP/PALS should be obtained within 1 year of hire.

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 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 PFTs 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

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP/PALS within 1 year

Texas license

NBRC Registered

6 months experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Texas seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shift duties on a 12x3 schedule. You will perform ABG, PFT, ventilator support, and oxygen therapy with a focus on adult and neonatal care, under indirect supervision.

The role requires someone licensed in Texas, NBRC registered, BLS and ACLS certified, and with at least 6 months of experience in respiratory care. NRP/PALS should be obtained within 1 year of hire.