Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) – Acute Care Impact

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

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Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Methodist Hospital Texsan in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) to assess, treat, and monitor patients with pulmonary disorders. The role involves operating ventilators, administering therapies, and collaborating with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

You will perform ABG analysis, respond to emergencies, and ensure therapy aligns with physician orders and patient needs.

Formación

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
• 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience preferred.
• Texas license to practice Respiratory Care.
• NBRC credentials (RRT or CRT before 2002 grandfathered).
• BLS required; ACLS within 90 days; PALS/NRP within 90 days if required.

Responsabilidades

• Assess, treat and care for patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Operate and set up medical devices and therapies per protocol.
• Provide emergency care including ventilation and CPR support.
• Collect and analyze arterial blood gases and monitor patient response.
• Consult with physicians and nurses to manage patient plans of care.

Conocimientos

Clinical assessment

Ventilator management

Emergency care

Team collaboration

Communication with physicians

Educación

Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program

Herramientas

Ventilators

ABG analysis

Descripción del empleo

Methodist Hospital Texsan in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) to assess, treat, and monitor patients with pulmonary disorders. The role involves operating ventilators, administering therapies, and collaborating with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

You will perform ABG analysis, respond to emergencies, and ensure therapy aligns with physician orders and patient needs.