Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Day Shift, Ventilation

Dallas Center United Methodist; Garland (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in the Dallas area is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform ABG, PFTs, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, and airway maintenance. You will assess adults and neonates under the department's policies.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, BLS and ACLS, Texas license, NBRC registration, and within 1 year NRP/PALS. At least 6 months of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current Basic Life Support certification is required
• Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required
• NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire
• Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• At least 6 months respiratory care experience is preferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply

Responsabilités

• Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation.
• Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
• Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient’s medical record.
• Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT’s when reviewing patient data.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
• Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
• Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
• Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
• Perform other job duties as required

Connaissances

Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

NRP / Pediatric ALS — within 1 year

Texas license as Respiratory Care Prac

NBRC-Registered Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory care experience (6 months)

Formation

Accredited Respiratory Care Program graduate

Description du poste

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in the Dallas area is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform ABG, PFTs, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, and airway maintenance. You will assess adults and neonates under the department's policies.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, BLS and ACLS, Texas license, NBRC registration, and within 1 year NRP/PALS. At least 6 months of experience preferred.