Respiratory Therapist / RRT / Respiratory Therapy / FT / Nights

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing a full range of complex respiratory care in acute care units, requiring independent clinical judgments and evaluations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a culture of service excellence, contributing to exemplary patient care. With a commitment to professional growth, this position offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, and generous benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Retention Bonus Program

Loan Forgiveness Program

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist license required.
• 2-3 years clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate care plans.
• Evaluate and adjust care plans based on clinical settings.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Stress Management

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist License

Graduate of AMA Approved School of Respiratory Care

BLS Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495-bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers

JOB TITLE: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Position Summary: The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing a full range of complex respiratory care modalities centralized in the general and all acute care units. Independent clinical judgments and evaluation are required. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates the ability to develop and implement an age appropriate plan of care using assessment and clinical skills, with the ability of evaluating the plan of care and making adjustments as the clinical setting changes.

Benefit Highlights:

• Retention Bonus Program if offered.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience and Licenses/Registrations Required:

1. A current Registered Respiratory Therapist license by the Texas Medical Board.
2. Graduate of a 2 year approved AMA School of Respiratory Care or nontraditional degree program.
3. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC at date of hire.
4. 2-3 years clinical experience preferred.
5. Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

1. Ability to read, write, and converse in English.
2. Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors and others.
3. Ability to remain calm and composed under stress.
4. Ability to respond to pages, telephones, and other auditory stimulation.
5. Ability to function when exposed to hazardous chemicals and/or biological materials.
6. Bending, lifting (10-30 lbs. minimum), grasping, fine hand/eye coordination, pushing and pulling, prolonged standing and/or sitting.
7. Ability to discriminate color.
8. Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard/metric measurements).
9. Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.