Registered Respiratory Therapist — Flexible 3‑Day Shifts

Methodist Health System; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilatory support for adults and neonates. The role works under indirect supervision and requires NBRC registration and Texas licensure.

You will interpret diagnostics, manage equipment, and participate in infection control and quality assurance while delivering high-quality patient care in a diverse setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• NRP/PALS must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• At least 6 months respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration, weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, incentive spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation.
• Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures: ABG, pulse oximetry, PFTs, ECGs.
• Prepares treatment evaluation: bedside respiratory exam, patient interview, chart review.
• Uses critical thinking to determine appropriate actions.
• Interprets chest X-ray, ABG, and PFT data during patient review.
• Assembles and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment (ventilators, airways, analyzers).
• Contributes to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Uses patient scripting to improve satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

ABG interpretation

PFT administration

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Neonatal care

Education

Graduated from Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilatory support for adults and neonates. The role works under indirect supervision and requires NBRC registration and Texas licensure.

You will interpret diagnostics, manage equipment, and participate in infection control and quality assurance while delivering high-quality patient care in a diverse setting.