Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

St. David's HealthCare; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, where your skills will contribute to the delivery of compassionate and high-quality patient care. In this vital role, you will perform critical diagnostic procedures and operate advanced respiratory care equipment, ensuring patients receive optimal treatment for cardiopulmonary diseases. Collaborate with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals in a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a respected institution committed to excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Free counseling services

Flexible spending accounts

Colleague recognition program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Acute Care Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment.
• Perform technical procedures related to cardiopulmonary hemodynamics.
• Communicate regularly with physicians and nurses about patient care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Airway Care

Technical Procedures

Respiratory Dysfunction Recognition

Communication with Healthcare Team

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Description

Sign-on Bonus up to 7500 for New Grads and up to 10K for Experienced RRTs

Introduction

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for our Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT opening with St. Davids Round Rock Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

Benefits

St. Davids Round Rock 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 free 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.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high-quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

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 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, 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.

Job Qualifications

Experience:

• 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. David’s Round Rock Medical Center is a 150+ bed acute-care facility located north of Austin, Texas. This comprehensive medical center features the only hybrid operating room in the county, a 24-hour emergency department with a Level II trauma center, and leading-edge cardiac care through the Heart Hospital of Austin at St. David’s Round Rock. Patients may also receive care related to rehabilitation services, women’s services, cancer care, neurology, joint replacement, and orthotics.

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

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s 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.

"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities, and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing 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.