Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights - Full time

550 Methodist Midlothian Medical Center; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 7pm–7am night shift, Mon–Fri with rotating weekends. The role covers ABG, PFTs, ventilator support, and oxygen/aerosol therapy for adults and neonates, under departmental direction and patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate holds a Respiratory Care Program degree, BLS/ACLS, and NBRC registration, with 6 months’ experience; NICU experience preferred. Texas license is required.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• NICU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including 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 (arterial blood gas, pulse oximetry, PFT, ECG).
• Prepares treatment evaluations including bedside assessment, patient interview and chart review.
• Interprets CXR, ABG, and PFT data when reviewing patient data.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment (ventilators, oxygen analyzers, blood gas analyzers).
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance tasks.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
• Utilizes patient scripting to improve satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Respiratory care

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen analyzers

Blood gas analyzers

Job description

Hours of Work : 7pm-7am Days Of Week : Monday through Friday Rotating Weekends 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.

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.
• NICU experience preferred.

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

About the Employer

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

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community.

Our reputation as an award‑winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned: Great Place to Work Certified 2026-2027 Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2025 & 2026 Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma 2026 TIME’s Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026 Newsweek’s America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026 Glassdoor’s Best-Led Companies 2025 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2025 Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025 Becker’s Hospital Review 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2025 Newsweek’s Americas Greatest Workplaces 2025