Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full Time - Nights

Texas Health Resources; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working with advanced medical technology. Enjoy a supportive team environment that promotes professional growth and work-life balance. With a focus on diverse patient care, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving health outcomes. If you're passionate about respiratory care and looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Programs

On-site Childcare Center

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required.
• Must have RCP and RRT certifications upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and obtain patient medical history.
• Evaluate patients using appropriate assessment tests.
• Perform treatment procedures within professional license scope.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Experience

Education

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

NRP - Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Job description

**Registered Respiratory Therapist – Respiratory Care**

_Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together_

**Work location:** Texas Health Plano, 6200 West Parker Rd. Plano TX 75093

**Work hours:** Full time; Nights 7:00p – 7:00a

**Respiratory Care Department highlights:**

+ The potential for high job satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment from making a difference in patients' lives.

+ Work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational Professional Growth Opportunities.

+ The opportunity to work with cutting-edge medical technology and equipment.

+ The opportunity to work with a diverse patient population.

+ Working with a Multi-Disciplinary Team.

**Here’s What You Need**

+ Other Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required

+ Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required

+ 1 Year Med/Surg or critical care experience preferred

+ RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner upon hire required and

+ RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist upon hire required and

+ BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required and

+ ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support ICU and Emergency Department only 90 Days required and

+ NRP - Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP required if working in the NICU 90 Days required

+ Good verbal communications, good interpersonal skills, and computer experience

**What You Will Do**

+ Review available medical records and obtain pertinent medical history from the patient or family.

+ Evaluates each patient using age and diagnosis-appropriate assessment tests and measurements.

+ Applies appropriate patient care interventions according to protocol guidelines and priority of care.

+ Demonstrates competence in the performance of age-appropriate patient assessment and individualizes care based on age-specific needs.

+ Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient's age and desire for treatment.

+ Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license.

**Additional perks of being a Texas Health Registered Respiratory Therapist**

+ Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits.

+ A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

**Entity Highlights:**

Since 1991, Texas Health Plano has served the communities of Plano, Frisco, Carrollton, Addison, Richardson and McKinney. We’re a 386-bed, full-service hospital serving North Texas with incredible care and amazing people.

We specialize in emergency medicine and trauma, cardiology, neurosurgery and spine, advanced orthopedics, women’s services, adult and adolescent behavioral health, an adult intensive care unit and state of the art and technologically advanced surgical services. Plus, we’re a Level II Trauma Facility, the only health care facility in Collin County to have achieved both the Level IV NICU and Level IV Maternal facility designation and have a DNV-certified Comprehensive Stroke Program.

Texas Health Plano is a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, the only AACN Beacon Gold adult intensive care unit in the DFW area, accredited by the Joint Commission in Hip and Knee Replacement and a Primary Heart Attack Center. We offer top-notch benefits including an on-site childcare center created for working parents.

**If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together.**

Learn (https://jobs.texashealth.org/why-texas-health/) more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

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