Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Respiratory Therapists to provide exceptional pulmonary care to patients of all ages. This role involves performing patient assessments, developing respiratory care plans, and executing various technical procedures in a dynamic hospital environment. With a focus on critical care, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while working alongside a team of skilled professionals. If you are passionate about respiratory therapy and looking for a role that offers flexibility and the chance to grow your expertise, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred in respiratory therapy.
• Must have state licensure and certifications including RRT.

Responsibilities

• Provide pulmonary care for critical and non-critical patients.
• Manage ventilators and airway devices, ensuring patient safety.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care Plans

Ventilator Management

Airway Management

Documentation

Emergency Response

Education

RT or RCP License

BLS Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Current ACLS Certification

Current PALS Certification

Current NRP Certification

Tools

BiPAP Devices

CPAP Devices

Pulmonary Function Testing Equipment

Job description

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.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more.

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

Work Schedule:

7AM - 7PM

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed