Registered Respiratory Therapist

Commonspirit; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist at St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital. You will provide advanced care for patients with respiratory conditions, utilizing advanced technology while performing diagnostic evaluations and administering therapies. Candidates must have a valid RRT credential and a respiratory care degree, ready to enhance patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed in Texas.
• May require BLS/ACLS/NRP or PALS based on location.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients with respiratory issues and perform diagnostic evaluations.
• Administer therapy modalities and medical gases.
• Conduct physiological monitoring and specialized procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Respiratory therapy

Diagnostic evaluation

Education

Completion of a respiratory care degree program

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory issues, including treatment, management, control, and diagnostic evaluation of cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities.
• Administer therapy modalities such as handheld nebulizers, metered dose inhalers, IPV, chest physiotherapy, and medication administration during therapies.
• Administer medical gases, including oxygen and Helium-Oxygen therapy.
• Perform ventilation therapies, manage life support systems, and transport ventilated patients for diagnostics.
• Conduct physiological monitoring and diagnostic tests like ABG puncture, pulmonary function tests, capnography, and sleep apnea assessments.
• Perform specialized procedures including CPR, bronchial lavage, airway care, and assist with diagnostic procedures in the Pulmonary Function Lab.

Qualifications

• Completion of a respiratory care degree program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Texas.
• May require BLS/ACLS/NRP or PALS based on location.

Overview

St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital offers advanced technology and treatments, including a new Family Birthing Center with spa-like amenities, serving Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston since 2008.

Pay Range

$27.77 - $40.27 per hour.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, Medical Practices