Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist (12-Hour)

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

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in the Dallas area is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide ABG, PFT, and ventilator support for adults and neonates. This role requires proficiency in respiratory assessment and treatment under indirect supervision.

You will work on 12-hour night shifts and join a compassionate team focused on patient safety and quality care. Requires Texas licensure, NBRC registration, BLS and ACLS, with NRP/PALS to be completed within a year.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Texas license in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At least 6 months respiratory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics, including oxygen administration, weaning, aerosol therapy, humidity therapy, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy and ventilation.
• Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostics: ABG, pulse oximetry, PFTs, ECGs.
• Prepares treatment evaluations via bedside assessment and chart review.
• Utilizes critical thinking for appropriate actions.
• Interprets CXR, ABG, and PFT results during patient review.
• Operates and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment (ventilators, analyzers, delivery devices).
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance activities.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Utilizes patient scripting to improve satisfaction.

Skills

ABG interpretation

PFT performance

Ventilator management

Neonatal care

Education

Texas Licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in the Dallas area is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide ABG, PFT, and ventilator support for adults and neonates. This role requires proficiency in respiratory assessment and treatment under indirect supervision.

You will work on 12-hour night shifts and join a compassionate team focused on patient safety and quality care. Requires Texas licensure, NBRC registration, BLS and ACLS, with NRP/PALS to be completed within a year.