Night Shift RRT – Ventilation & Neonatal Care

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

Job summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Methodist Southwest Medical Center provides arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function tests, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, and airway maintenance for adults and neonates under supervision. We emphasize careful assessment and compassionate care across ages.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited RCP degree, Texas license, NBRC registration, and BLS/ACLS; 6 months experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification.
• 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

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board

Registered by NBRC

Job description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Methodist Southwest Medical Center provides arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function tests, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, and airway maintenance for adults and neonates under supervision. We emphasize careful assessment and compassionate care across ages.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited RCP degree, Texas license, NBRC registration, and BLS/ACLS; 6 months experience preferred.