Night Shift Respiratory Care Practitioner – On-Call

Houstonmethodistcareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform routine respiratory care procedures, including medication administration and ventilator support, with responsibilities spanning testing, bronchoscopy assistance, and daily patient care.

The role requires adherence to safety standards, strong communication, and teamwork within a busy clinical environment. Experience preferred, and licensure in respiratory care is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an approved respiratory therapy education program.
• One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred.
• Licenses: RRT and RCP with BLS/ACLS/NRP.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine respiratory care procedures including medication administration and ventilation support.
• Administer gas therapy, spirometry, bronchoscopy assistance as directed.
• Monitor patient status and document care in the chart.
• Collaborate with physicians and the health care team to ensure safety and quality of care.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Education

Approved respiratory therapy education program

Tools

RRT/ RCP credentials

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform routine respiratory care procedures, including medication administration and ventilator support, with responsibilities spanning testing, bronchoscopy assistance, and daily patient care.

The role requires adherence to safety standards, strong communication, and teamwork within a busy clinical environment. Experience preferred, and licensure in respiratory care is mandatory.