Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Transit savings

Job summary

Ascension in Kyle, TX seeks a Respiratory Therapist to develop treatment plans, administer advanced respiratory care, and monitor patient progress through complex modalities. The role emphasizes education for patients and families, plus participation in emergency resuscitation as needed.

Minimum credentials include Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC Registered status, with BLS or instructor-level certification due within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Credential as Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Texas program must be obtained before hire.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required before hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire; instructor BLS acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored care plans for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Deliver advanced respiratory care and manage equipment.
• Monitor patient conditions and adjust treatments as needed.
• Educate patients and families, connect to community resources.
• Respond to life‑threatening resuscitation codes as part of the urgent team.

Skills

Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC Registered

BLS Provider

Instructor certified

Education

High School Diploma / Associate or Tech Degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Develop tailored care plans: Evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies to establish comprehensive, diagnosis-based treatment strategies.
• Deliver advanced respiratory care: Administer complex care modalities, manage specialized equipment and monitor real-time patient conditions to maximize recovery outcomes.
• Optimize clinical effectiveness: Continuously assess medication responses and treatment performance to adjust care plans based on individual patient progress.
• Empower patients and families: Educate patients and caregivers on managing their conditions while connecting them with vital community support programs.
• Lead emergency resuscitation: Respond swiftly to life‑treating resuscitation codes as a key member of the urgent response team.

Location: Kyle, TX

Facility: Seton Medical Center Hays

Department: Respiratory Care

Schedule: Night shift | Fulltime

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Develop tailored care plans: Evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies to establish comprehensive, diagnosis-based treatment strategies.
• Deliver advanced respiratory care: Administer complex care modalities, manage specialized equipment and monitor real‑time patient conditions to maximize recovery outcomes.
• Optimize clinical effectiveness: Continuously assess medication responses and treatment performance to adjust care plans based on individual patient progress.
• Empower patients and families: Educate patients and caregivers on managing their conditions while connecting them with vital community support programs.
• Lead emergency resuscitation: Respond swiftly to life‑treating resuscitation codes as a key member of the urgent response team.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Texas Respiratory Care Practitioners Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • One or more of the following:
    • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

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

• 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

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.

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