Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

Southaustinmc; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health provider as a Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT at St. David's South Austin Medical Center. This role involves performing critical procedures for patients of all ages and ensuring high-quality respiratory care. Enjoy a competitive salary, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits that support your career growth.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for experienced RRTs

Comprehensive medical coverage with low copays

Education assistance (tuition and certification support)

401(k) plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
• Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Current certification as Basic Life Support (BLS) provider.

Responsibilities

• Perform critical care and diagnostic procedures for cardiopulmonary diseases.
• Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment.
• Assess patients and communicate updates to medical staff.

Skills

Patient assessment

Airway care

Respiratory therapy

Education

Graduate of an American Medical Association accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

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Description

Sign-on Bonusup to$7500 for New Gradsand up to$10K for Experienced RRTs

Description

Sign-on Bonusup to$7500 for New Gradsand up to$10K for Experienced RRTs

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's South Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) you will perform the critical care and diagnostic procedures utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases on patients of all ages. As a member of the patient focused care team you will be responsible for performing basic respiratory equipment maintenance, quality control measures and other administrative or technical tasks.

• You will be responsible for setting up and operating various types of respiratory care equipment
• You will be perform a range of technical procedures related to cardiopulmonary hemodynamics
• You will demonstrate competency in proper airway care
• You will be able to assess patients appropriately, interpret results accurately, and suggest alternative respiratory treatment
• You will exhibit competency in the performance of routine patient assessment and in the ability to correctly recognize and interpret respiratory dysfunction
• You will function as a respiratory care protocol assessor by delivering therapy and reassessing patients in a timely manner and maintaining proper and accurate documentation
• You will communicate regularly with physicians and nurses about patient care plans and updates
  
  

Experience

Job Qualifications

• Acute Care Hospital experience preferred
  
  

Education

• Graduate of an American Medical Association accredited Respiratory Therapy program
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license
• Current certification as Basic Life Support (BLS) provider
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required for NICU RRT Staff
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required for ICU RRT staff
  
  

St. Davids South Austin Medical Center is an acute-care facility in central Texas with more than 300 patient beds. The hospital is known in the community for its nationally accredited oncology program the Sarah Cannon Blood Cancer Center, home to the areas only adult bone marrow transplant program and Level II trauma center. The facilitys full range of specialized services includes cardiovascular care and rehabilitation, imaging services, womens services, joint replacement and orthopedics, surgical services including weight loss surgery, wound care, emergency care, cancer care, nutrition services, and a sleep disorder center. The hospital operates three full-service emergency centers.

St. Davids South Austin Medical Center is part of St. Davids HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. Davids HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits St. Davids Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for ourRegistered Respiratory Therapist RRT opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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