Registered Respiratory Therapist

Cook Children's Health Care System; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s Health Care System in Prosper, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for third shift to deliver skilled respiratory care to patients and their families. You will work with a collaborative team emphasizing customer relations, sound clinical judgment and evidence-based practice.

The role requires graduation from an accredited RT program, Texas licensure, and current BLS; PALS is required within the first six months. Previous experience is preferred in a busy pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited two- or four-year RT program.
• Current license to practice in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS. PALS required within the first 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent respiratory care to patients and families.
• Collaborate with the care team with a focus on good customer relations and sound clinical judgment.

Skills

Team-oriented

Patient-focused

Communication skills

Education

Graduate RT program

Job description

Location

Medical Center-Prosper

Department

Respiratory Therapy

Shift

Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

36

Summary

The Respiratory Therapist will deliver competent and skilled care to patients and families according to their identified needs. The Respiratory Therapist will deliver care with a team-orientation, an emphasis on good customer relations; sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidenced based practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited two or four year RT program.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Current license to practice in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS. PALS required within the first 6 months of employment.

About Us

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.