Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Inpatient Rehabilitation

SSM Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Temple, Texas seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver advanced care for patients with complex medical conditions. This role involves performing critical respiratory procedures and working collaboratively with medical teams. Qualified individuals with CRT or RRT credentials will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills.
• Confers with physicians to coordinate alternative forms of therapy.

Skills

Advanced life support procedures

Basic/BLS certification

Patient assessment skills

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

ACLS certification

Current state licensure

Job description

Overview

Select Rehabilitation Hospital

Temple

Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) – Inpatient Rehabilitation

Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

Here, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas.

Responsibilities

Position Summary

Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.

Job Duties Include:

• Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.
• Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.
• Performs basic trachcare including but not limited to routine and emergent trachtube changes.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure required.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred qualificationsthat will make you successful:

• One (1) year of related experience preferred.

Additional Data

We employ over 50,000 people across the country and provide quality care to approximately 80,000 patients each and every day across our four divisions.

Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.