Registered Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary **$10K sign-on + $5K Relo

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in a dynamic role focused on pulmonary care for a diverse patient population. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility, providing critical respiratory therapy to adults, pediatrics, and neonates. You'll be responsible for patient assessments, airway management, and the administration of therapeutic gases. With a supportive team and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for a dedicated professional looking to make a difference in patient care. Enjoy a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and a collaborative work environment that values your skills and contributions.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred.
• Licenses and certifications required for respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care plans.
• Manage airway devices and deliver aerosolized drugs.
• Participate in emergency response and accurate documentation.

Skills

Airway management

Ventilator management

EKG analysis

Blood gas collection and analysis

Therapeutic gas management

Polysomnography

Education

RT or RCP License

BLS certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

ACLS certification

Job description

This position qualifies for a $10K Sign-on Bonus and $5K relocation if applicable.

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

• The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
• A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
  • Polysomnography;
  • Transport duties.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RT or RCP License in state of employment required
• BLS required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required
• Current ACLS certification required

Work Schedule:

Varies

Work Type:

Full Time

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