Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

CHRISTUS Health; Landa Park Estates (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Texas seeks a Full Time Respiratory Therapist to manage pulmonary care for various patients. This role requires the candidate to perform patient assessments, deliver necessary respiratory therapies, and manage ventilation. Candidates should hold an RT or RCP License, have BLS and RRT certifications, and ideally possess 1 - 3 years of experience in respiratory care. The work schedule is from 7AM to 7PM, offering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred in respiratory care.
• Must have Respiratory Therapist License in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care plans.
• Manage ventilation and deliver aerosolized drugs.
• Participate in emergency response as needed.
• Conduct pulmonary function testing and bronchoscopy assists.

Skills

Emergency response

Airway management

Ventilator management

Oxygen delivery devices management

Blood gas analysis

EKG analysis

Proficient documentation

Polysomnography

Education

RT or RCP License

BLS certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification

Current ACLS certification

Current PALS certification

Current NRP certification

Job description

Overview

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels’ strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

Summary

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
  • Polysomnography;
  • Transport duties.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RT or RCP License in state of employment required
• BLS required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Position Requirements

Education/Skills

• None

Experience

• None

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current ACLS certification required
• Current PALS certification required
• Current NRP certification required

Work Schedule

7AM - 7PM

Work Type

Full Time