Registered Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Department PRN Nights

Texas Health Resources; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will provide essential respiratory care, ensuring patient assessments and treatments are conducted with the utmost professionalism. You'll work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and individual contributions. With a focus on high-quality patient care, this opportunity allows you to grow your skills while making a significant impact in the community. If you're passionate about improving health outcomes and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program is required.
• Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and verify physician orders for therapy and validate appropriateness.
• Document verification of physician orders prior to delivery of care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Treatment Techniques

Documentation Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

Compliance with CLIA regulations

Tools

Medical Records

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist

RRT – Respiratory Department

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health HEB: 1600 Hospital Parkway Bedford, Texas 76022

Work hours: PRN (As Needed) Night Shifts

Department Highlights:

1. Team based environment
2. Workplace culture 2nd to none
3. We operate on lean principles and rely heavily on a team atmosphere and individual performance
4. Highly engaged Respiratory Care management

Here’s What You Need

Education

1. Other Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required
2. Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required

Experience

1. NICU and critical care experience strongly preferred

Licenses and Certifications

1. RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner upon hire required
2. RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist upon hire required
3. BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required
4. ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred upon hire
5. NRP- Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP required if working in the NICU 90 days required
6. NRPA-Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP required if working in the NICU 90 days required

What You Will Do

Patient Assessment/Plan of Care

1. Obtains/verifies physician order for therapy and validate for appropriateness.
2. Reviews available medical records and obtain pertinent medical history from patient or family.

Patient Treatment

1. Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment.
2. Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license.

Documentation

1. Documents verification of physician orders prior to delivery of care.
2. Documents aspects of each treatment session in accordance with departmental, JCAHO, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.

Professional Accountability

1. Utilizes available resources (equipment, support personnel, educational resources) to maximize efficiency and productivity and meet departmental needs.
2. Participates in orientation and training of students and new employees.

Other duties as assigned.

Entity Highlights:

Texas Health HEB is a 252-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1973. Our location in the DFW mid cities area provides convenient care to the residents of Hurst, Euless, Bedford and the surrounding communities.

We specialize in women’s services, perioperative services, heart and vascular care, acute care/med surg, intermediate care/step-down, oncology and emergency medicine. Additional specialties include nuclear medicine, interventional radiology, respiratory therapy, and neuroscience care, including neurosurgery and stroke.

Texas Health HEB is ANCC Magnet Designated, Joint Commission-certified in Chest Pain (PHAC), a Primary Stroke Center, a Level III Trauma Center, Level II NICU and Level III for maternal care. We’re a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, surgical services, women’s health, cardiac care and much more.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health

1. Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
2. Delivery of high-quality patient care
3. Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
4. A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

At Texas Health Resources, our mission is “to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve”.

Our award-winning culture is a tribute to our amazing employees. We’re thrilled to be a 2023 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the 10th year in a row.

We strive to create an atmosphere of respect, integrity, compassion and excellence for all. We’re committed to diversity in our workforce, and our mission to serve spreads across ethnic, cultural, economic and generational boundaries. Join us and do your life’s best work here!

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Learn https://jobs.texashealth.org/why-texas-health/ more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [e-mail].

Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted. Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.