Registered Respiratory Therapist

CommonSpirit Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 41,465 - 61,675; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Bryan, TX, seeks a qualified Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized cardiopulmonary care. The successful candidate will manage diverse therapies, including nebulizer treatments and ventilator management, and must hold the necessary certifications. This role emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving in patient care, with relocation assistance available. Join a reputable team dedicated to high-quality health services in the Brazos Valley.

Qualifications

• Completion of Respiratory Care degree program.
• RCP (TX) required.
• RRT Certification mandatory.
• BLS-CPR certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer diverse therapy modalities including nebulizer treatments.
• Manage and maintain life support systems.
• Perform physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing.
• Execute specialized procedures like CPR and bronchial lavage.

Skills

Respiratory care techniques

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Problem-solving

Education

Completion of Respiratory Care degree program

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will join an established team of RTs who share your passion for delivering highly specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. You'll be instrumental in providing a range of treatments from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support.

Every day you will apply your keen assessment skills and critical thinking to manage diverse patient needs, develop and execute effective care plans, and ensure calm, focused intervention in both routine and emergent situations.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, unwavering calm under pressure, and the ability to anticipate outcomes. Your dedication to patient well-being and exceptional problem-solving abilities will drive success in this vital role.

• Administering therapy modalities which include, but are not limited to, Hand held Nebulizer (HHN), HHN via metered dose inhaler (HHN/MDI), Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV), Chest Physical Therapy (CPT), Pentamidine therapy
• Administering medical gas therapy including oxygen and Helium-Oxygen Therapy (HeO2)
• Performing ventilation therapies, including maintenance and management of life support systems
• Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring, transcutaneous monitoring, capnography, and pulse oximetry and sleep apnea assessment
• Performs specialized procedures which including but are not limited to, CPR, bronchial lavage, transport, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, artificial and tracheostomy airway care, and body mechanics/ambulation

Relocation Assistance of up to $5,000 if eligible

Job Requirements

Required

• Completion of Respiratory Care degree program
• RCP (TX)
• RRT Certification
• BLS-CPR - Within 14 days of hire
• ACLS - Within 6 months of hire

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, TX. Since 1936, St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.

Pay Range

$30.10 - $44.77 /hour