Respiratory Therapist | PRN

United Surgical Partners International; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Frisco is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist. Under the direction of a physician, administers respiratory care modalities, ventilator management and diagnostic testing in line with department policies and standards of care.

Works with the Respiratory Care team and other departments to promote patient safety and high-quality outcomes. Candidate must hold NBRC credentials (or be eligible within 6 months) with preferred NICU experience and current

Qualifications

• RRT certification by NBRC or eligible to obtain within 6 months.
• 3+ years of acute care hospital respiratory therapy and NICU experience.
• Texas Department of Health Respiratory Care Practitioner license is required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE preferred.
• Independent decision making skills and basic computer proficiency.

Skills

RRT NBRC certification

NPS NBRC

3+ years acute care & NICU

Texas Licensure (RCP)

BLS ACLS PALS NRP STABLE preferred

Independent decision making

Basic Computer skills

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Frisco is searching to hire a PRN Respiratory Therapist.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of a physician, administers both continuous and intermittent Respiratory Care modalities, ventilator management and diagnostic testing, following department policies, procedures and prevailing professional standards of care. Performs patient assessment and care plan management following established protocols. Works with Team Members within the Respiratory Care department and other departments to facilitate superior patient care outcomes. Recognizes the purpose of this service is to provide high quality customer service and to promote patient safety.

Required Skills:

Position Qualifications:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC, or if RRT eligible, obtaining RRT within 6 months.
• Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) by NBRC preferred
• Minimum of 3 years acute care hospital Respiratory Therapy & NICU experience
• Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Department of Health.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and STABLE preferred
• Independent decision making skills.
• Basic Computer skills