Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN, Sleep Center

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-renowned medical center dedicated to excellence and innovation in respiratory care. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a crucial role in improving lung health for patients of all ages. This position involves performing technical procedures, administering therapies, and collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a commitment to employee growth and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment. Be part of a culture that values teamwork, professionalism, and compassion in healthcare.

Benefits

PPO Medical Plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with RRT license.
• 2 years critical care experience preferred for enhanced patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical procedures and operate respiratory care equipment.
• Administer therapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities and team meetings.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Mechanical Ventilation

Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

Critical Care Experience

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Medical Gases Equipment

Bronchopulmonary Hygiene Tools

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
• Licenses and Certifications: (RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist license by the Texas Medical Board, registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); (BLS) Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association (AHA); (NRP) Neonatal Resuscitation if required for 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 patient progress.
• Assesses patient and family's knowledge regarding cardiopulmonary anatomy, therapeutic procedures, drug interactions, contraindications, and smoking cessation.
• Adheres to administrative procedures for error-free patient charge entry, timely shift reports, accurate documentation, and EMR order management.
• Demonstrates activities aligned with departmental financial objectives, including use of supplies and equipment management.
• Assumes charge therapist duties when assigned; reports issues to the charge therapist.
• Participates in department and town hall meetings, fostering teamwork and communication.
• Adheres to hospital and department attendance policies, including self-scheduling and holiday rotations.
• Maintains supplies and equipment, reporting repairs needed.
• Participates in Quality Assurance activities.
• Assists in writing procedures or conducting in-services as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security: This position is security-sensitive and may require access to critical infrastructure, with background checks as per Texas law.

EEO Statement: UT Southwestern is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, and other protected statuses.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available from day one, with no copay for preventive care
• Paid Time Off from day one
• Retirement Programs through TRS
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility