Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Mission Trail Baptist Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients in a collaborative hospital setting. The role requires active Texas licensure as an RCP and NBRC CRT/RRT certification with renewal every 5 years.

A BLS on hire and ACLS/PALS/NRP within designated windows are required. The department emphasizes high-quality patient care, documentation accuracy, and participation in improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited AMA Respiratory Care Program.
• Some hospital respiratory care experience preferred.
• Current RCP State of Texas license; CRT/RRT NBRC certification; renewal every 5 years unless grandfathered.

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of respiratory care including cardio-pulmonary tests.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Maintains competencies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Administers medications and treatments per established policies.
• Documents care and provides written/verbal reports to oncoming staff.
• Performs quality control on respiratory care equipment (e.g., I-STAT analyzers).
• Maintains a safe environment and addresses patient population needs.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.

Skills

Respiratory care

Emergency response

Patient care

Education

AMA Respiratory Care Program graduate

Job description

Overview

Mission Trail Baptist Hospital 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 Mission Trail Baptist Hospital, 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. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

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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