Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; San Antonio (TX); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance

Pet insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Baptist Medical Center Hospital, part of Tenet Healthcare, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient respiratory care and related duties in a collaborative hospital setting. The role may qualify for a sign-on bonus and requires active Texas RCP licensure, CRT/RRT with NBRC, and BLS on hire.

ACLS within 60 days is required; PALS/NRP within 60 days if Pedi/NICU coverage. Join a team focused on quality care and professional development across hospital services.

Competenze

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited AMA Respiratory Care Program.
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Some hospital respiratory care experience.
• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Texas License as RCP; NBRC CRT/RRT certification.
• REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS: BLS active on hire; ACLS within 60 days; PALS if Pedi; NRP if NICU.

Mansioni

• Performs respiratory care and diagnostic tests per policy under supervision of Medical Director and leadership.
• Responds to emergencies and maintains competencies per regulations.
• Administers medications and treatments per policy; documents care and reports to oncoming staff.

Formazione

AMA Respiratory Care Program graduate

Strumenti

I-STAT blood gas

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Baptist Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Baptist Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care to patients.

Responsibilities

General Functions:

• Performs all aspects of respiratory care to include diagnostic test of the cardio-pulmonary system according to policy and procedures under the direction of the Medical Director, Department Director, Coordinator/Team Leader

Department/Business Unit Functions:

• Responds to emergency situations
• Maintains competencies to ensure compliance with all regulatory statutes
• Administers medication and treatments in accordance with established policies
• Reports identified unusual patient conditions/reaction to immediate supervisor
• Prepares electronic documentation of all work/service rendered and provides written/verbal report to oncoming staff
• Performs quality control on all Respiratory Care equipment to include I-STAT blood gas analyzers
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited AMA Respiratory Care Program

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Some experience in hospital respiratory care or related area.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:Possession of current RCP State of Texas License, Possession of current CRT / RRT Certification from NBRC Renewal required every 5 years unless grandfathered prior to July 1, 2002)

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

AHA ACLS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role.

AHA PALS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role if covering Pedi.

AHA NRP must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role if covering NICU.

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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