Respiratory Therapist PRN

Corporate Square; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care to patients across all age groups. This role requires strong compliance with healthcare directives and effective communication skills to foster good relations with patients and staff. Candidates must possess the RRT credential and BLS certification, ensuring they can respond effectively in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Must have RRT credential, obtain within 90 days for graduates.
• Associate's degree or higher required.
• BLS certification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range of respiratory care services to patients.
• Ensure compliance with physician directives.
• Maintain good public and working relations.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Care

Compliance

Public Relations

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Registered Respiratory Therapist credential

Current BLS certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides full range of respiratory care services to patients of the University Health. Provides care to any age group from neonatal to geriatric as evidenced by the skill/competency check-offs. Ensures the prompt and proficient provisions of respiratory related duties in accordance with physician directives. Complies with departmental and University Health's policies and procedures and maintains good public and working relations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associate’s degree, or higher, with a current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care and active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the Texas State Board of Health is required. Graduate Therapist must obtain their RRT within 90 days of employment. Current BLS certification is mandatory.