Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Dallas Center United Methodist; Alvarado (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shift duties. You will perform ABG, PFT, and various forms of ventilator support, with emphasis on neonatal and adult respiratory care under supervision.

Licensure in Texas and NBRC registration are required, with BLS/ACLS current and NRP/PALS obtainable within a year. The role demands clinical expertise, critical thinking, and the ability to interpret CXR, ABG, and PFT results.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with proof of licensure.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NRP/PALS within 1 year.
• Texas licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner; NBRC registration.
• At least 6 months of respiratory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutics including oxygen, aerosols and ventilation support.
• Conduct arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, PFTs and ECGs.
• Prepare treatment evaluations with bedside assessment and chart review.
• Utilize critical thinking for appropriate respiratory interventions.
• Interpret CXR, ABG, and PFT data for patient care decisions.
• Assemble and troubleshoot CPAP/BiPAP, ventilators, gas delivery devices.
• Support infection control, safety, and quality assurance measures.
• Maintain and clean cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
• Provide excellent patient interaction to improve satisfaction.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Ventilator support

Critical thinking

Patient care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

NRP / PALS to be obtained within 1 year of hire

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (Texas)

Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Minimum 6 months respiratory care experience

Job description

Hours Of Work

7P-7A

Days Of Week

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

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is a 294-bed, full-service acute-care hospital serving North Texas and certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke and Heart Attack Center by The Joint Commission. We are proud to be the first hospital in DFW to earn two AMSN PRISM Awards for exemplary nursing practice.

We Are Committed To Fostering An Inclusive Workplace Where Team Members Feel Valued And Supported. Our Culture Of Excellence Has Earned National Recognition, Including

• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
• Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare (2023)
• Top 10 Military Friendly® and Military Spouse Friendly® Employer (2023)

With advanced technology, patient-centered design, and a new ninth operating room added in 2025, Methodist Mansfield delivers high-quality, innovative care across services including Level III Trauma, NICU, and Maternal Care.

Backed by more than 1,700 team members and 900 physicians, and actively engaged in our community, Methodist Mansfield is a place where your work matters—and your career can grow.