Night-Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Wilmer (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night rotation. You will perform ABG, PFT, oxygen and ventilator support, airway care and aerosol therapy for adults and neonates.

Responsibilities include respiratory assessment, documentation and collaboration with the medical team. The role requires Texas RCP licensure, NBRC registration, BLS/ACLS, and within 12 months NRP/PALS.

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 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, humidification, airway maintenance and mechanical ventilation.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs and electrocardiograms and documents results.
• Compiles treatment evaluations from bedside assessment and medical record review.
• Interprets CXR, ABG and PFT data to guide patient care.
• Maintains and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment and devices.
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance tasks.

Skills

Respiratory care program graduate

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP/PALS within 1 year

Texas license as RCP

NBRC registry

6+ months experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program graduate

Job description

Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night rotation. You will perform ABG, PFT, oxygen and ventilator support, airway care and aerosol therapy for adults and neonates.

Responsibilities include respiratory assessment, documentation and collaboration with the medical team. The role requires Texas RCP licensure, NBRC registration, BLS/ACLS, and within 12 months NRP/PALS.