PRN - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Methodist Health System; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Texas is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and deliver evidence-based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing.

The role requires completion of an accredited Respiratory Care Program, Texas license, NBRC registration, and current BLS/ACLS; NRP within 1 year.

The PRN schedule includes 12 hours per week, Monday through Friday rotating weekends, with a focus on patient safety and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NRP/PALS must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Texas Medical Board license in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Registered by the NBRC.
• Minimum 6 months of respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver care.
• Be accountable for performance and patient outcomes.
• Seek opportunities to improve patient experience and outcomes.
• Engage in professional growth and contribute to a winning team.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Communication

Professional accountability

Education

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Care Program

Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC registration

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NRP within 1 year of hire

Job description

Hours of Work : 12 hrs. per week

Days Of Week : Monday thru Friday rotating weekends

Work Shift : PRN (United States of America)

Job Description

Your Job: In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging Respiratory Therapist PRN position, you‘ll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Respiratory Therapist consistently performs evidence based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing in accordance with physician orders and evidence based protocols.

Your Job Requirements

• 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.

Your Job Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is the first full-service, acute care hospital in Midlothian, Texas. Serving Midlothian and northern Ellis County, we are a 46-bed hospital that is designed to expand as the community grows. Providing everything from emergency care and advanced surgery to imaging and labor and delivery, our hospital has 16 emergency department beds, two operating suites, and the latest digital and medical technologies. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Level I Maternal Facility for perinatal care
• Level I Neonatal Facility
• Gene Rodgers Community Service Award, Midlothian Chamber of Commerce, 2022
• Robotic surgery capabilities
• Cardiac catheterization lab