Reservist Respiratory Therapist — Rapid Deployment

40 National Emergency Management and Response; Texas; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

National EMR seeks experienced respiratory therapists to join a reservist all-hazards response cadre. Reservists deploy within 24-48 hours and are paid based on hours worked and classification.

Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required, with course work to be completed within 3 months of hire. Required: high school diploma, accredited RT program completion, CRT certificate, and 3 years of RT experience; RRT preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from accredited Respiratory Therapist Program required.
• Current CRT certificate required.
• RRT preferred.
• Three years of experience as a respiratory therapist required.
• Pediatric and adult RT experience preferred.
• ICS 100b, 200b, 700a, 800b completion; 300/400 required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to agency policies and procedures.
• Promote safety and report hazards to command.
• Maintain active status on agency platforms; complete trainings.
• Administer respiratory tests and treatments.
• Clean and maintain RT equipment.
• Collaborate with medical staff as needed.
• Contribute to protocol reviews with Medical Services.
• Consult with RN Manager on respiratory services.
• Conduct pulmonary function tests and determine treatment plans.
• Provide life-support therapies and ventilatory support.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust therapy as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program

Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certificate

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

National EMR seeks experienced respiratory therapists to join a reservist all-hazards response cadre. Reservists deploy within 24-48 hours and are paid based on hours worked and classification.

Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required, with course work to be completed within 3 months of hire. Required: high school diploma, accredited RT program completion, CRT certificate, and 3 years of RT experience; RRT preferred.