Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN - Days

Methodist Health System; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN position

12-hour shifts

Rotating weekends

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to join our fast-paced team. You will perform evidence-based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing per physician orders and established protocols, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, BLS and ACLS, Texas license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC registration, and at least 6 months of experience;

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.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Accountability

Patient experience focus

Education

Graduate of Respiratory Care Program

BLS certified

ACLS certified

NRP/PALS within 1 year

Texas license as Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC registration

6 months respiratory care experience

Job description

Hours of Work :

One twelve-hour shift per week.

Days Of Week :

Seven days a week rotating weekend.

Work Shift :

PRN (United States of America)

Job Description :

Your Job:
In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging Respiratory Therapist PRNposition, 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.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience preferred.

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 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