Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights- $15K Sign on bonus

Dallas Center United Methodist; Seagoville (TX); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Methodist Southwest Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs, and ventilator support, for adults and neonates, under indirect supervision. This role requires BLS and ACLS, Texas licensure, NBRC registration, and at least 6 months of experience.

The position supports night shifts with 12-hour rotations (7pm–6:30am) and includes responsibilities such as interpreting imaging and breathing

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 Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board in good standing.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• At least 6 months respiratory care experience.

Responsabilités

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including oxygen admin and weaning, aerosols, humidity, IPPB, chest physio and ventilation.
• Performs arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, PFTs and ECGs.
• Prepares treatment evaluations with bedside assessment and chart review.
• Uses critical thinking to determine appropriate actions.
• Interprets CXR, ABG and PFT data when reviewing patient data.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots CP equipment.
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment.
• Uses patient scripting to improve satisfaction.

Connaissances

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP/PALs within 1 year

Texas license

NBRC registered

6 months ICU/respiratory experience

Formation

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Care Program

Description du poste

Hours of Work : 7pm - 6:30am

Days Of Week : 3X12 Night rotating

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 Southwest Medical Center, previously known as Methodist Charlton Medical Center, is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Lancaster, and Glen Heights in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care, stroke care, hip and knee joint replacement, women and children‘s services, and more. 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:

• Magnet-designated hospital
• Get With The Guidelines Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Glassdoor‘s Best Places to Work; Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma; and Best-Led Companies 2025 & 2026
• TIME’s Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026
• Newsweek‘s America‘s Most Admired Workplaces 2026
• Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas 2026
• Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025