Respiratory Therapist

Northshore Home Health Care; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care across acute settings and home health contexts. You will manage ventilators, perform arterial blood gases, and deliver oxygen and non-invasive ventilation therapies, while responding to emergencies.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of acute care experience, strong clinical judgment, and a patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with acute care experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient-centered approach.
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage ventilators for patients.
• Perform arterial blood gases (ABG) analyses.
• Deliver oxygen therapy and non-invasive ventilation.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide timely interventions.

Skills

Ventilator management

ABG analysis

Emergency response

Clinical judgment

Patient-centered care

Education

RRT Certification

Tools

Ventilators

ABG machines

Resuscitation equipment

Job description

The role involves providing high-quality respiratory care within a Healthcare & Medical Services department, collaborating with neurological and critical care teams.

Responsibilities include managing ventilators, performing arterial blood gases, delivering oxygen and non-invasive ventilation therapies, and responding to emergencies.

Ideal candidates are Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) with at least 1 year of acute care experience, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and a patient-centered approach.

Key skills include proficiency in respiratory procedures, emergency response, and critical thinking.

The position offers opportunities for professional development in a collaborative, excellence-driven environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.