Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Nights

Dallas Center United Methodist; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Midlothian, Texas is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform ABG sampling, PFTs and ventilator support for adults and neonates. The role requires graduation from an accredited program, BLS and ACLS, and Texas licensure; NRP/PALS within 1 year.

At least 6 months experience is preferred. The position involves a 36-hour week, 7pm–7am, with a 12X3 night shift pattern and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• 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

• Perform respiratory therapeutics including oxygen therapy and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, bronchial hygiene and mechanical ventilation.
• Conduct arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry and pulmonary function studies.
• Prepare treatment evaluations with patient interview and medical record review.
• Interpret CXR, ABG and PFT data when reviewing patient information.
• Assemble, operate and troubleshoot cardiopulmonary equipment such as ventilators and oxygen devices.
• Support infection control, safety and quality assurance tasks.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Ventilator support

ABG analysis

Oxygen therapy

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

NRP/PALS within 1 year of hire

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen analyzers

Blood gas analyzers

Job description

Days Of Week

36 hours per week Monday through Friday rotating including weekends

Hours Of Work

7pm to 7am

Work Shift

12X3 Night (United States of America)

Job Description

Your Job:

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT's, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department's medical director, according to departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups; and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based on age, sex, race and culture.

Your Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current Basic Life Support certification required
• Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required
• NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support - must obtain 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.

Your Job Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and 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 to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
• Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient's medical record.
• Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT's when reviewing patient data.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
• Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
• Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
• Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
• Perform other job duties as required

Skills

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is the first full-service, acute care hospital in Midlothian, Texas. Serving Midlothian and northern Ellis County, we are a 46-bed hospital that is designed to expand as the community grows. Providing everything from emergency care and advanced surgery to imaging and labor and delivery, our hospital has 16 emergency department beds, two operating suites, and the latest digital and medical technologies. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023
• Level I Maternal Facility for perinatal care
• Level I Neonatal Facility
• Gene Rodgers Community Service Award, Midlothian Chamber of Commerce, 2022
• Robotic surgery capabilities
• Cardiac catheterization lab