Registered Respiratory Therapist

AdventHealth; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Job summary

AdventHealth in Burleson, TX seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care during night shifts. You will deliver respiratory therapies, monitor ventilator support, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements include an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science, BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP, and state certification (RCP, RRT). Prior critical care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP required.
• Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) and NBRC RRT credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Documents and delivers respiratory therapy per physician orders.
• Interprets evaluations/test results to determine therapy; collaborates with healthcare team.
• Responds to emergencies per American Heart Association guidelines; CPR as needed.
• Operates ventilators and airway equipment; ensures safety and protocol compliance.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis and quality controls.

Skills

Patient care

Critical care

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Our promise to you

Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

11801 SOUTH FWY

BURLESON

Texas

76028

Job Description

Full Time Nights

3x12s

Rotating Weekends

Competitive Night Shift and Weekend Shift Differentials

• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely.
• Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow.
• Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies. Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed.
• Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol.
• Obtains, analyzes and reports findings of arterial blood gases and co-oximetry; performs quality controls as needed.
• Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, and airway suctioning. Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators to include basic conventional modes of ventilation per policy and procedure.
• Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and confers with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Patient care skills to care for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations per hospital needs. [Required]

Education

• Associate [Required]

Field of Study

• in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience

• 1+ critical care experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP [Required]
• Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) [Required]
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range

$27.18 - $50.55

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.