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Description
Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Respiratory Therapist PRN? At Medical City Dallas, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over three years.
Benefits
Medical City Dallas offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance, and banking partnerships.
- Education assistance (tuition, student loans, certification support, dependent scholarships).
- Colleague recognition program.
- Time Away From Work Program including paid time off, family leave, disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free employee-only coverage to eligible colleagues.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Respiratory Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care, performing diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and monitoring patients on mechanical ventilation.
What You Will Do in This Role
- Perform and document patient assessments and diagnostic procedures.
- Administer respiratory therapies including oxygen, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy.
- Assist with artificial airway placement and manage mechanical ventilation.
- Monitor patient responses and intervene as necessary.
- Transport ventilator-dependent patients.
- Respond to emergencies ensuring airway and ventilation support during resuscitation.
Qualifications Needed
- Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of employment.
- RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP).
- Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care program recognized by NBRC.
- Minimum of one year of respiratory care experience in an acute care setting.
- Credentialed as RRT or RPFT by NBRC if hired after 4/1/2015.
Additional Information
Medical City Dallas is a leading medical facility with over 895 beds, recognized for advanced technology and patient care excellence. Our team includes over 1,500 physicians and serves patients nationally and internationally. We are committed to ethical practices and charitable care, fostering a supportive environment for our professionals.
Join our team and make a difference in patients' lives. Submit your resume today!