Registered Respiratory Therapist

Cedarparktexasedc; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cedarparktexasedc seeks a Respiratory Care Specialist at Ascension Seton Cedar Park Medical Center in Cedar Park, TX. This full-time night shift role involves evaluating and providing care for patients with respiratory issues. Candidates must hold necessary licensure and certification, including BLS and Respiratory Care Practitioner credentials. A supportive work environment is emphasized, offering comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, financial security, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire required.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credential required before hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required before hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs to develop respiratory care plans.
• Implement and monitor respiratory treatments.
• Analyze patient responses to optimize care.
• Educate families about health conditions.
• Act as a core member of emergency response teams.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Advanced Modalities

Outcome Evaluation

Patient Advocacy

Emergency Leadership

Education

High School diploma or Associate's degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Cedar Park, TX

Facility: Ascension Seton Cedar Park Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Respiratory Care

Schedule: Full-time | Night Shift

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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

• Clinical Assessment: Evaluate patient needs to develop and adapt specialized respiratory care plans.

• Advanced Modalities: Implement and monitor complex respiratory treatments and high-tech equipment.

• Outcome Evaluation: Analyze patient responses to medications and treatments to optimize clinical practice.

• Patient Advocacy: Educate families on health conditions and connect them with community support resources.

• Emergency Leadership: Act as a core member of the rapid response and emergency resuscitation teams.

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.

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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