Respiratory Therapist, RRT

Cook Children's; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver competent care to patients and families as part of a team. The role emphasizes customer relations, sound clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice.

Education: graduates of accredited 2- or 4-year RT programs; Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Texas license; Current BLS required. This is a full-time, third shift position located at Medical Center - Fort Worth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited 2- or 4-year RT program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• Current Texas license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent and skilled care to patients and families.
• Collaborate with the care team with sound clinical judgment.
• Apply evidence-based practice in decision making.

Skills

Team oriented

Education

RT program (2 or 4 year)

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, RRT# Careers at Cook Children's## Respiratory Therapist, RRTApply: Fort Worth, TX: Full time: Posted Today: JR-118764**Location:**Medical Center - Fort Worth**Department:**Respiratory Therapy**Shift:**Third Shift (United States of America)**Standard Weekly Hours:**36**Summary:**The Respiratory Therapist will deliver competent and skilled care to patients and families according to their identified needs. The Respiratory Therapist will deliver care with a team-orientation, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidenced based practice. **Education & Experience:** Graduate of an accredited two (2) or four (4) year RT program.**Certification/Licensure:** Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.Current license to practice in the State of Texas.Current BLS is required. **About Us:** Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.