Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Neonatal Support

HCA Healthcare; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) with match

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast in Pasadena, TX seeks a Respiratory Therapist to guide patients through routine and critical care. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manage invasive and noninvasive ventilation, and work with a professional team using advanced respiratory technology.

The role emphasizes mentorship from RT leaders, ongoing professional growth, and a stable, predictable schedule to support high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• BCLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Neonate Resuscitation must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• NBRC-RRT credential required.
• RRT/RCP-State licensure required.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Associate, Bachelor, or certificate in respiratory care or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status with focused exams and airway patency checks.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy including oxygen and aerosolized meds.
• Manage ventilation and airways in emergency, critical care, and acute settings.
• Educate patients and families and support the care team.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment; ensure infection prevention compliance.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Ventilation management

Oxygen therapy

Airway management

Patient education

Equipment safety

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor degree

Certificate

Tools

Advanced respiratory technology

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast in Pasadena, TX seeks a Respiratory Therapist to guide patients through routine and critical care. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manage invasive and noninvasive ventilation, and work with a professional team using advanced respiratory technology.

The role emphasizes mentorship from RT leaders, ongoing professional growth, and a stable, predictable schedule to support high-quality patient care.