Registered Respiratory Therapist

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

401K

Job summary

Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a per diem (PD/PRN) role covering day shifts. The RRT will perform respiratory therapy and diagnostic procedures as directed by medical directors, lead the department in the absence of a supervisor, and work within the acute care setting.

The position requires RRT credentials, NBRC certification or within 3 months of hire, BLS and ACLS upon hire, with PALS preferred or achieved within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC or within 3 months of hire.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC on hire and maintain current.
• ACLS certification from AHA or ARC on hire and maintain current.
• PALS certification from AHA or ARC on hire and maintain current or within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications.
• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and life-support equipment.
• May be part of rapid response team, providing airway management and resuscitation.
• Assess respiratory status, adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is cleaned, sterilized, and maintained for patient safety.

Skills

RRT Certified

Respiratory care procedures

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Per Diem

Hours: 12 hour: 6:00am - 6:00pm

Location : Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX

We are seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist , internally referred to as our RRT. The RRT can be referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II) but someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may be designated as the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/ PRN as needed .

Responsibilities

• W ill provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• C onduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
• S et up, monitor , and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• M ay be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provid e airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitat e patients in critical situations
• A ssess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• E nsure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned , sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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