Respiratory Therapist

FIVESTAR PULMONARY ASSOCIATES PLLC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

FIVESTAR PULMONARY ASSOCIATES PLLC seeks a Respiratory Therapist in Plano, Texas. The role involves evaluating and treating patients, with a focus on compassion and understanding. Ideal candidates will have NBRC credentials and a deep understanding of respiratory regulations. The position offers $26.00 - $30.00 per hour, emphasizing personalized patient care and support through advanced diagnostic techniques and technology enhancements.

Qualifications

• Active credentials from the National Board of Respiratory Care or equivalent required.
• Deep understanding of respiratory care, patient care, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate a variety of patients for respiratory treatment needs.
• Make recommendations for respiratory care based on evaluations.
• Perform basic respiratory care including tube management and machine adjustments.
• Work with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Deep understanding of respiratory care

Patient care

Education

Active credentials from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Job description

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team! As a Respiratory Therapist on the team, you will be responsible for evaluating patients undergoing many different procedures and medical situations and making recommendations for an appropriate respiratory treatment plan. You may also provide respiratory care to medically fragile or complex patients, insert or remove endotracheal tubes, and work closely with the patient and their family to ensure they understand what is happening every step of the way. The ideal candidate has a patient, kind attitude with excellent bedside manner, a deep understanding of patient needs, and a strong grasp on respiratory regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Meet with and evaluate a variety of patients
• Make recommendations on respiratory care based on their specific needs and situations
• Perform basic respiratory care, including inserting and removing tubes, adjusting machines, and more
• Work with both the family and the patient to ensure their needs are being met, and they understand what is happening.

Qualifications

• Active credentials from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state board equivalent required
• Deep understanding of respiratory care, patient care, and best patient practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Compensation: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

About The Practice

Fivestar Pulmonary Associates is a full-service pulmonary practice serving the communities of Allen, and Mckinney, Plano, Texas, and surrounding areas. The practice is thriving and has earned a reputation for excellence in the region.

Unrushed, compassionate care is a hallmark of the practice philosophy at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. Each patient is treated as a valued member and receives personalized guidance and support throughout their time in treatment.

Outstanding diagnostic services include spirometry, diffusion capacity testing, and lung volume tests. Pulmonary function testing assists us in determining the source of symptoms and the extent of lung damage and shapes treatment planning.

When treatment is needed, each patient receives a customized plan tailored to their specific set of needs and goals.

Advanced technology guides all diagnostic and treatment services at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. Team members attend ongoing education to learn how to make the most of this technology.

But we also understand that technology isn’t the only way to achieve favorable outcomes. Patients are counseled on how to make meaningful lifestyle improvements that can support breathing function. Smoking cessation programs are available, and patients can learn how to improve health by making positive changes to nutrition and activity levels.