Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension Health; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at Seton Medical Center Hays in Kyle, TX. You will assist therapists with daily respiratory care, inspect and troubleshoot equipment, and manage supplies to keep therapy areas stocked for patient care. The position requires BLS, TX Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure, and NBRC credentials. The schedule is rotating shift | PRN, offering a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date or transfer date.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialing from Texas program required before hire date.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required before hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with daily respiratory care procedures.
• Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot equipment to ensure devices are operational and safe.
• Track and restock supply inventory for therapy spaces.
• Prepare and sanitize treatment areas and log routine equipment maintenance.

Skills

BLS Provider

Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC Credential

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Associate’s degree or Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Kyle, TX

Facility: Seton Medical Center Hays

Department: Sleep Disorders

Schedule: Rotating shift | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Support clinical therapy: Assist therapists with daily respiratory care procedures to ensure safe, effective patient treatment.

• Maintain equipment readiness: Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot equipment to ensure every device is fully operational and safe for clinical use.

• Manage clinical supplies: Track and restock supply inventory to keep therapy spaces fully equipped for seamless patient care.

• Coordinate safety and sanitation: Prepare and sanitize treatment areas while logging routine equipment maintenance to uphold rigorous health standards.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Texas Respiratory Care Practitioners Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Respiratory Care Practitioner provisional/temporary license will be accepted until license is issued.

• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate’s degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 33.06

Max Salary 46.10