Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN - Days

Methodist Health System; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to join a fast-paced, highly technical team. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to deliver evidence-based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing, following physician orders and established protocols.

NICU experience is preferred. The role requires TX licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC RRT credential, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications (NRP within 1 year of hire).

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Texas.
• NRB/NBRC registration as RRT.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications required or obtainable.
• At least 6 months of respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly with team and patients.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for performance and patient care quality.
• Seek ways to improve the patient experience and outcomes.
• Take initiative for professional growth and teamwork.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Patient care

Education

TX Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Care Program

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

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