Respiratory Care Practitioner/Respiratory Therapist (RCP/RT) - PRN Nights | San Antonio Northea[...]

PAM Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, where your skills will be vital in caring for critically ill patients. This role offers the opportunity to work in a compassionate environment, ensuring the best outcomes for a diverse patient population. With a commitment to high-quality care and teamwork, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions. If you have a passion for helping others and are ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or licensed to practice respiratory care in Texas.
• BLS and ACLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine therapy and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures.
• Maintain equipment and provide basic laboratory testing.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Overview

We are looking for aRespiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.

At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains all equipment in working order. Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.

Qualifications

• Education and Training: Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care. Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification. Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada. For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.
• Experience: Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.