Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Valley Baptist Health System; Harlingen (TX); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development programs

HSAs & FSAs

EAP & employee discounts

Voluntary benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Valley Baptist Health System in Harlingen, TX, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our nights shift in a full-time capacity. The role includes performing comprehensive respiratory care, diagnostic testing, and equipment QC.

A sign-on bonus may be available for eligible applicants. The position requires graduation from an AMA-accredited respiratory care program and state licensure as an RCP or equivalent, with additional credentials such as BLS/ACLS/PALS and NRP often preferred.

Formación

• Graduation from AMA accredited respiratory care program.
• State-specific licensure requirements for Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) are required; Alabama example in posting highlights regional licensure nuances.

Responsabilidades

• Performs all aspects of respiratory care including diagnostic testing of the cardio-pulmonary system.
• Performs quality control on respiratory care equipment including blood gas analyzers.

Conocimientos

Respiratory therapy

Educación

Graduate of AMA accredited respiratory care program

State licensure as RCP or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Valley Baptist - Harlingen hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That's Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Full Time, Nights

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care to patients. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned. Performs all aspects of respiratory care to include diagnostic test of the cardio-pulmonary system;

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of respiratory care to include diagnostic test of the cardio-pulmonary system;
• Performs quality control on all respiratory care equipment to include blood gas analyzers.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Graduate of an AMA accredited respiratory care program.
• Alabama - Minimum Education Requirements: Graduate of a CoArc approved program (or successor organization), eligible to sit for CRT/RRT exam and holding a temporary license issued by the State of Alabama. Work experience may NOT substitute for minimum education requirement.

Experience

• Preferred: Prior experience

Certifications

• Required: RCP or equivalent State licensure. AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NRP (if serves neonatal).
• Preferred: RRT
• Alabama - Minimum Certification Requirements: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NRP (if serves neonatal). State Respiratory Therapy License and Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required upon hire. If Temporarily Licensed via Alabama Board for Respiratory Therapy, CRT or RRT must be obtained prior to expiration of temporary license.

Organization Description

We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

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