Night-Shift RRT: Advanced Respiratory Care

Dallas Center United Methodist; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Richardson, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide ABG, PFT, ventilator support and oxygen therapy for adults and neonates. The role requires graduating from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, BLS and ACLS, Texas licensure, NBRC registration, and within one year NRP/PALS qualifications.

The position supports 12x3 night shifts and involves working under the department director with emphasis on patient assessment, safety and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac 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 is preferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including 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 including arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
• Prepares a treatment evaluation including bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and review of medical records.
• Interprets CXR, ABG, and PFT data when reviewing patient information.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers and blood gas analyzers.
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance tasks.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
• Uses appropriate patient scripting to improve satisfaction.
• Performs other job duties as required

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Texas license as Respiratory Care Practitioner

Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 1 year of hire

6 months respiratory care experience preferred

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Richardson, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide ABG, PFT, ventilator support and oxygen therapy for adults and neonates. The role requires graduating from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, BLS and ACLS, Texas licensure, NBRC registration, and within one year NRP/PALS qualifications.

The position supports 12x3 night shifts and involves working under the department director with emphasis on patient assessment, safety and