Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Methodist Health System; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to deliver high‑quality pulmonary care and diagnostic testing per physician orders and established protocols. You will join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to evidence‑based patient care in a fast‑paced setting.

Requires accreditation and active credentials (BLS/ACLS, potential NRP/PALS within a year), TX RCP license, NBRC registration, and at least six months of experience in respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Current ACLS certification is required.
• NRP/PALS certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Licensed in good standing as RCP by the Texas Medical Board.
• Registered by the NBRC.
• Minimum 6 months of respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for your performance.
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience.
• Take initiative for your professional growth.
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Current Basic Life Support certification

Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification

NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board

Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care

At least 6 months respiratory care experience

Job description

Hours of Work

Hours of Work : 7pm-7am
Days Of Week : All
Work Shift : PRN (United States of America)

Job Description

Job Description : Your Job: In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging Respiratory Therapist PRN position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Respiratory Therapist consistently performs evidence based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing in accordance with physician orders and evidence based protocols.

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:

• - Communicate clearly and openly
• - Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• - Be accountable for your performance
• - Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• - Take initiative for your professional growth
• - Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas' best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, 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
• * 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 III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• * Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs