Respiratory Therapist: Pediatric, Neonatal & Adult Care

Shannon Medical Center Big Spring; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Medical Center Big Spring is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform respiratory therapy procedures and manage patient care across diverse populations. The role requires assessing patient needs through clinical assessment, reviewing records and tests, and collaborating with physicians to optimize treatment plans.

The position emphasizes timely procedures, thorough documentation, and effective communication with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates clinical competencies necessary to provide respiratory therapy to patients.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide respiratory care to the adult/geriatric population.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide care to neo-natal/pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical competencies to provide respiratory therapy.
• Reviews patient records, history, blood gas values, and other data.
• Discusses patient care with physicians and makes recommendations as indicated.
• Performs respiratory therapy procedures timely and per conventional practices.
• Completes documentation for respiratory procedures.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to health care team.

Skills

Clinical competencies

Adult/geriatric care

Neo-natal/pediatric care

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapist Program

Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Shannon Medical Center Big Spring is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform respiratory therapy procedures and manage patient care across diverse populations. The role requires assessing patient needs through clinical assessment, reviewing records and tests, and collaborating with physicians to optimize treatment plans.

The position emphasizes timely procedures, thorough documentation, and effective communication with the health care team.