Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Ventilatory Care

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System in McAllen, Texas, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform routine and intensive therapy, maintain ventilators, and assist with intubation. You will provide patient assessments and ensure life-support equipment is operable.

Requirements include Texas licensed RCP, completion of an accredited respiratory program, BLS/ACLS/PALS within required timeframe, and at least one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Must be Texas-licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) or eligible.
• One year clinical experience in respiratory care.
• Current BLS; ACLS; PALS within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine respiratory therapy and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain respiratory equipment and ensure life-support operability.
• Provide routine patient assessments; assist with intubation.
• ABG procedures and related testing.

Skills

RRT Certification

Ventilator management

ABG procedures

Patient assessment

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Ventilators

ABG machines

ACLS & BLS certification

Job description

South Texas Health System in McAllen, Texas, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform routine and intensive therapy, maintain ventilators, and assist with intubation. You will provide patient assessments and ensure life-support equipment is operable.

Requirements include Texas licensed RCP, completion of an accredited respiratory program, BLS/ACLS/PALS within required timeframe, and at least one year of clinical experience.