Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN, Sleep Center

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist dedicated to delivering high-quality respiratory care to all age groups. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to patient education. Responsibilities include operating sophisticated respiratory equipment and developing care strategies in line with hospital policies. Join our team and contribute to enhancing lung health in a world-class medical environment.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off and holidays

On-site childcare

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited program in respiratory care.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed by Texas Medical Board.
• BLS certification and NRP if required.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures and operates equipment with high expertise.
• Administers therapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Assesses patient and family's knowledge on cardiopulmonary health.

Skills

Clinical Care

Patient Assessment

Teamwork

Decision-Making

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Care teams are an integral part of daily clinical care. We work collaboratively with our clinical caregivers, patients and families to improve and maintain ideal lung health. The goal of our Respiratory Therapist is to perform with a high degree of competency in all clinical aspects of respiratory care for all age groups (adult, geriatric, and neonatal). Respiratory therapy includes the application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, mechanical ventilatory support, artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care procedures, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation related and limited to respiratory care. Utilizes the application of scientific principles for the identification, prevention, remediation, research, and rehabilitation of acute or chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunction.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
  Associate's Degree A.A.S. Graduate of accredited program in respiratory care and

• Licenses and Certifications
  (RRT) REG RESPIRATORY THER License by the Texas Medical Board, Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). and
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT by the American Heart Association (AHA). and
  (NRP) NEONATAL RESUSCITATION if required to work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  
  

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in respiratory care

• Experience
  2 years critical care experience

JOB DUTIES

• Performs technical procedures and operates equipment with a high level of expertise.
• Maintains knowledge of infrequently used equipment and ordered patient therapeutics.
• Administers therapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates decision-making skills in patient assessment and care plan design based on desired outcomes of therapy, clinical data, consultation with physicians and progress of the patient.
• Assesses patient and family's knowledge deficit regarding Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, therapeutic procedures, respiratory drug interactions or contraindications, smoking cessation.
• Adheres to department administrative procedures of error free patient charge entry, timely and concise SBAR shift report, accurate documentation and accurate EMR order management.
• Demonstrates activities consistent with the financial objectives of the department in the use of disposable supplies and equipment change out.
• Assumes and performs charge therapist duties when assigned according to departmental policies. If not charge therapist, then reports all relative patient care and equipment issues to charge therapist. Request assistance from the charge therapist when appropriate.
• Demonstrates engagement by attending and participating in 90% of all department and town hall meetings.
• Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
• Adheres to hospital and department attendance policies, including self-scheduling, vacation and holiday rotation policy.
• Takes responsibility for maintain supplies and equipment in all areas of the hospital; takes responsibility for reporting and follow through to biomedical on equipment in need of repair.
• Actively participates in Quality Assurance departmental activities and objectives.
• On one's own initiative, assists in writing procedures or giving in-services recognized as necessary by the individual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.