Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Diagnose & Improve Lung Function

Steward Health Care; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Steward Health Care is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. You will collect sputum, blood, and breath specimens to assess gas levels and measure lung capacity to evaluate function.

Candidates should hold an Associate's degree and be credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), with CPR certification as applicable, and familiarity with standard pediatric and adult respiratory care practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required and RRT credential.
• CPR certification may be required.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices in respiratory care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary disorders.
• Collect and analyze sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine gas levels.
• Measure lung capacity to assess function.
• Work under supervision of a manager.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Education

Associate's degree

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

Steward Health Care is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. You will collect sputum, blood, and breath specimens to assess gas levels and measure lung capacity to evaluate function.

Candidates should hold an Associate's degree and be credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), with CPR certification as applicable, and familiarity with standard pediatric and adult respiratory care practices.