Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Ventilation & Critical Care

Medical City Heart & Spine Hospitals; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical City Heart & Spine Hospitals is seeking a Respiratory Therapist RRT to deliver high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in alignment with department standards and state requirements.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, assist with artificial airways, operate ventilators, monitor responses, and support transport and emergency care for ventilator-dependent patients.

Qualifications

• NBRC-RRT credential or equivalent required.
• State-credentialed RT (RRT/RCP) preferred.
• BCLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient assessment including breath sounds and airway patency.
• Administer respiratory therapies: oxygen, aerosols, chest physiotherapy.
• Assist with artificial airways and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor therapeutic response and notify provider as needed.
• Assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.
• Respond to emergent situations ensuring airway integrity during resuscitation.

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT)

Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner (RRT/RCP-State)

BCLS Certification

Job description

Medical City Heart & Spine Hospitals is seeking a Respiratory Therapist RRT to deliver high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in alignment with department standards and state requirements.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, assist with artificial airways, operate ventilators, monitor responses, and support transport and emergency care for ventilator-dependent patients.