Respiratory Therapist

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Texas is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist to provide essential respiratory therapy services for patients with diverse needs.

You will administer prescribed treatments, monitor patient responses, document progress, collaborate with the healthcare team to develop care plans, and ensure all equipment is properly maintained and sterilized to uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited respiratory therapist program.
• Texas RCP license and RRT certification required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Monitors patient responses and adjusts treatments as needed.
• Maintains accurate procedure and progress documentation.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to develop care plans.
• Ensures equipment is maintained and sterilized.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Care plan collaboration

Documentation

Education

Accredited RT program

Bachelors in RT (preferred)

Tools

Texas Respiratory Care License

Registered Respiratory Therapist License

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Summary
Performs respiratory therapy procedures on patients with various needs and physical abnormalities.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory treatments and therapies as prescribed.
• Monitors patient responses and adjusts treatments accordingly.
• Maintains accurate documentation of procedures and patient progress.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensures equipment is properly maintained and sterilized.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy.
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner license from the State of Texas (required).
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist License (required).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, to be obtained within 30 days of start date.