Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Vent & Life Support

South Texas Health System; McAllen, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System seeks a licensed Respiratory Care professional to perform routine and intensive respiratory therapy, assess patients, and maintain ventilator and life-support equipment. The role includes assisting with invasive procedures such as ABGs and intubation.

Candidates must hold a Texas RRT license, current BLS, ACLS, and obtain PALS and NRP within six months of hire. A respiratory program completion and NBRC eligibility are required; compliance with all policies is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the State of Texas to perform Respiratory Care under the Respiratory Care Practitioners Act.
• Must demonstrate commitment to Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Program and NBRC eligibility via traditional or non-traditional program.
• Currently licensed by the state of Texas as RRT.
• Must have and maintain a current BLS certification.
• Must have and maintain a current ACLS certification.
• PALS and NRP within six months of hire date and current thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and intensive respiratory therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintains respiratory equipment and ensures ventilator and life-support devices are operable.
• Provides routine respiratory patient assessment.
• Performs invasive procedures such as ABGs and assists with intubation.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of accredited Respiratory Program

NBRC eligibility

Texas RRT license

Job description

South Texas Health System seeks a licensed Respiratory Care professional to perform routine and intensive respiratory therapy, assess patients, and maintain ventilator and life-support equipment. The role includes assisting with invasive procedures such as ABGs and intubation.

Candidates must hold a Texas RRT license, current BLS, ACLS, and obtain PALS and NRP within six months of hire. A respiratory program completion and NBRC eligibility are required; compliance with all policies is expected.