Respiratory Therapist PRN

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in San Antonio seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients of all ages. Candidates must have an Associate’s degree, an active RRT credential, and current BLS certification. This role involves ensuring compliance with physician directives and hospital policies while maintaining patient relations.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) required.
• Active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with Texas State Board.
• Graduate Therapist must obtain RRT within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range of respiratory care services to patients.
• Care for all age groups from neonatal to geriatric.
• Ensure compliance with physician directives and policies.

Education

Associate’s degree

Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT)

Current BLS certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides full range of respiratory care services to patients of 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.