Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

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

Job summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Methodist Richardson Medical Center in the Dallas area provides a range of therapeutic and diagnostic services, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under indirect supervision.

The position requires specific certifications and licensure, a minimum of 6 months experience, and willingness to work 7pm–7am on a 12x3 night shift, Sun–Sat.

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 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

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS/NRP within 1 year

Texas license

NBRC Registered

6 months experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen analyzers

Cardiopulmonary equipment

Job description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Methodist Richardson Medical Center in the Dallas area provides a range of therapeutic and diagnostic services, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support for adults and neonates, under indirect supervision.

The position requires specific certifications and licensure, a minimum of 6 months experience, and willingness to work 7pm–7am on a 12x3 night shift, Sun–Sat.