Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift, 12x3

Methodist Health System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform a range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for adults and neonates. The role requires current BLS and ACLS, Texas license, NBRC registration, and adherence to departmental policies.

New graduates are encouraged to apply and 6 months of experience is preferred. Responsibilities include ABG analysis, PFTs, ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and airway maintenance, with emphasis on safe

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current BLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• NRP or PALS must be obtained within 1 year of hire
• Licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• 6 months of respiratory care experience preferred, new graduates encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic procedures including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, humidity therapy, IPPB, chest physiotherapy and mechanical ventilation.
• Conduct arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function tests and ECGs.
• Prepare a treatment evaluation with bedside assessment and review of medical records.
• Interpret CXR, ABG and PFT data when reviewing patient information.
• Assemble, operate and troubleshoot cardiopulmonary equipment.
• Support infection control, safety and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain and service cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas as required.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

NRP / Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year

Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform a range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for adults and neonates. The role requires current BLS and ACLS, Texas license, NBRC registration, and adherence to departmental policies.

New graduates are encouraged to apply and 6 months of experience is preferred. Responsibilities include ABG analysis, PFTs, ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and airway maintenance, with emphasis on safe