Respiratory Therapist

University Health; San Antonio (TX); Hybride; USD 60 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University Health is seeking a Staff Therapist I to provide comprehensive respiratory care for neonatal and pediatric patients, following physician directives and departmental policies. The role requires RRT with active Texas RCP and BLS certification, with PALS preferred and BLS instructor credentials acceptable in lieu of BLS.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety standards, collaboration with care teams, and maintaining strong professional relations with colleagues and patients'

Qualifications

• Must have RRT credential (NBRC) and active Texas RCP.
• BLS certification is required.
• PALS preferred.
• Instructor certifications for BLS are acceptable in lieu of BLS.

Responsabilités

• Provide full range of respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients.
• Ensure prompt and proficient respiratory duties per physician directives.
• Comply with departmental policies and maintain good relations with staff and public.

Connaissances

RRT credential

BLS certification

PALS preferred

Formation

Master’s/Bachelor’s/Associate degree with RRT and Texas RCP

Texas Medical Board active RCP

BLS certification required

PALS preferred

Instructor certs for BLS acceptable

Description du poste

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Staff Therapist level I provides full range of respiratory care to Neonatal and Pediatric patient populations as evidenced by the skill/competency assessment. Ensures prompt and proficient provisions of respiratory related duties in accordance with physician directives. Complies with departmental and University Health's policies and procedures and maintains good public and working relations

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree with a current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care and active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the Texas Medical Board required. Must be BLS certified. PALS Preferred. Instructor certifications for BLS is acceptable in lieu of BLS.