Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Lifepoint Health; Plano (TX); In loco; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

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Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Well-being Programs

Professional Development

Brand new facility

Descrizione del lavoro

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in 2026. We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy, manage ventilators, perform blood gas analyses, and collaborate with physicians to ensure patient safety and high-quality care.

The role requires licensure, AMA-approved education, CPR certification, and a minimum of three years in cardiopulmonary services.

Competenze

• State license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current CPR certification (BLS/ACLS as applicable).
• Three or more years of cardiopulmonary experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Maintains knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and monitors effects.
• Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators and airway management.
• Assesses patient pain and coordinates interventions with physicians.
• Performs arterial blood sampling for blood gas analysis.
• Documents data in the patient’s medical record after each service.
• Ensures equipment sterilization and safety procedures.
• Educates patients and families about therapy plans.

Conoscenze

Current Respiratory Therapist Licenses

Formazione

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Descrizione del lavoro

Schedule:Full Time, Day

Your experience matters

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!

More about our team

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is a brand-new 40 bed inpatient rehabilitation facility opening in 2026.We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of rehabilitation concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

How you'll contribute

A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

• Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert to assess possible side effects to oxygen delivery.


• Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.


• Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.


• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.


• Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.


• Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures.


• Documents all pertinent data on the patient's medical record following completion of any service.


• Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks and their proper usage.


• Performs EKGs, types report interpretations, sends reports to physicians who requested them and files reports in department, according to department procedures.


• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.


• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.


• Maintains thorough knowledge of hazards of oxygen therapy.


• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Patient's family is included in teaching as appropriate.


• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and that hospital policy is followed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.


• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.


• Brand new facility:Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What we're looking for

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.


• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.


• Current CPR certification. (Specify if BLS or ACLS)


• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services highly preferred.

EEOC Statement

Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.