Registered Respiratory Therapist / PRN / Nights

Dallas Center United Methodist; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center in Midlothian, Texas, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You will provide evidence-based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing according to physician orders and protocols.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program with current BLS and ACLS, Texas license, NBRC credential, and at least 6 months of experience. PRN shifts include a 12-hour schedule and flexible days.

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 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

Pulmonary care

Evidence‑based practice

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient experience

Professional growth

Education

Graduated from an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC credential

Job description

Hours Of Work

12 hour shift

Days Of Week

Flexible / PRN

Work Shift

PRN (United States of America)

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

Skills

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