Registered Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Critical Care

Universal Health Services; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures in a hospital setting. The role includes maintaining respiratory equipment, ensuring ventilators and life support devices are operable, and conducting routine patient assessments.

The position requires active Texas licensure as an RRT, completion of an accredited respiratory program, and current BLS, ACLS, with PALS/NRP within six months.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the State of Texas to perform Respiratory Care and hold a temporary permit until permanent license is obtained.
• Must adhere to the Compliance Program and Code of Conduct, attend required training, and report compliance concerns.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintains respiratory equipment and ensures ventilator and life support equipment are operable.
• Provides routine respiratory patient assessment.
• Performs invasive procedures such as ABGs and assists with intubation.

Education

High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required

Texas RRT license

BLS Certification (AHA)

ACLS Certification

PALS and NRP within 6 months

Job description

Universal Health Services is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures in a hospital setting. The role includes maintaining respiratory equipment, ensuring ventilators and life support devices are operable, and conducting routine patient assessments.

The position requires active Texas licensure as an RRT, completion of an accredited respiratory program, and current BLS, ACLS, with PALS/NRP within six months.