Respiratory Therapist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Dallas, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for FT-Night shifts. This role requires advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary care and delivering evidence-based therapies to optimize patient outcomes.

The Therapist will work with physicians and the care team to implement treatment plans, perform and supervise respiratory care procedures, and participate in quality improvement while maintaining compliance with regulatory policies.

Qualifications

• General understanding of respiratory care modalities, therapies, equipment, and medications.
• Ability to read, write and follow flow chart protocols.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Basic computer skills and electronic medical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs and directs the administration of respiratory care services as ordered by the physician, including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, inhaled meds, airway clearance, invasive and non-invasive ventilation and bedside spirometry; administers CPR in emergencies.
• Reviews physician orders, analyzes patient test results, and provides appropriate therapy based on clinical condition; implements approved protocols as directed by physician.
• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy, prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.
• Instructs patients in the use of respiratory care equipment and assesses response to therapy; coaches patients to improve technique.
• Documents all treatments, supplies used, and files charges; reports outcomes of interventions and makes recommendations.
• Adheres to policies including infection control, HIPAA, attendance, and social media policies.
• Works with other staff, healthcare professionals, and students; takes initiative to meet leadership requirements.
• Incorporates continuous quality improvement in all aspects of clinical care.

Skills

Respiratory care

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

EMR/computer skills

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

2 years experience above minimum

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist has advanced knowledge and training of the cardiopulmonary system that is used to manage and treat patients. Therapists will use different scientific principles, therapies, and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist has advanced knowledge and training of the cardiopulmonary system that is used to manage and treat patients. Therapists will use different scientific principles, therapies, and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.

Sign On Bonus- 15K

Location- BUMC-Dallas, TX

FT-Night

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Performs and directs the administration of respiratory care services (including but not limited to oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, inhaled medication, airway clearance, invasive and non-invasive ventilation and bedside spirometry), as ordered by a patients attending physician, in a quality manner that is in accordance with established procedures. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.
• Reviews physician's orders, analyzes patient's diagnostic test results and provides appropriate therapy based on the patients current clinical condition. If appropriate, implements approved protocols as directed by physician.
• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy; prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.
• Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner. Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.
• Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used, and accurately files all corresponding charges. Reports outcomes of therapeutic interventions and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Adheres to established policies including but not limited to: infection control and isolation policies, HIPAA, time and attendance, and social media.
• Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals, and students.
• Takes responsibility and initiative to understand and complete any professional or technical requirements set by leadership.
• Incorporates principles continuous quality improvement in all of aspects of clinical care, identifying opportunities as appropriate.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• General understanding of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment and medications.
• Must be able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
• Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• General computer skills, including but not limited to: typing, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
• Reg Respiratory Therapist (RRT): Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care.