Registered Respiratory Therapist – Full Time Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC, seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide a full range of therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory services for adults and neonates under indirect supervision.

The role includes administering oxygen and aerosol therapies, performing ABG analysis, PFTs, and equipment management, while upholding patient safety, infection control, and quality assurance standards across the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications; NRP and PALS within one year of hire.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in good standing.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Minimum of 6 months respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen, aerosol, bronchial hygiene, and mechanical ventilation.
• Perform and report diagnostic procedures such as ABG analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs, and EKGs.
• Conduct treatment evaluations with physical assessments and patient interviews.
• Interpret patient data including CXR, ABG, and PFT results.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain cardiopulmonary equipment.
• Participate in infection control, safety, and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Utilize effective communication to enhance patient satisfaction.

Skills

RCP program graduate

BLS & ACLS certifications

NRP & PALS within 1 year

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC registration

6+ months respiratory care experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program graduate

Job description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides a range of therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory procedures, including ABG, PFTs, ventilator support, oxygen therapy, bronchial hygiene, and airway management. They assess and treat both adults and neonates, following departmental policies under indirect supervision.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications; NRP and PALS within one year of hire
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in good standing
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Minimum of 6 months respiratory care experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen, aerosol, bronchial hygiene, and mechanical ventilation
• Perform and report diagnostic procedures such as ABG analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs, and EKGs
• Conduct treatment evaluations with physical assessments and patient interviews
• Interpret patient data including CXR, ABG, and PFT results
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain cardiopulmonary equipment
• Participate in infection control, safety, and quality assurance activities
• Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas
• Utilize effective communication to enhance patient satisfaction