Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Critical Care

Dallas Center United Methodist

Seagoville (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Methodist Southwest Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide ABG analysis, PFTs, ventilator support and oxygen therapy for adults and neonates under indirect supervision.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program, hold Texas licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC registered, and have BLS/ACLS; NRP/PALS to be obtained within 1 year. 6 months experience preferred.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
Current Basic Life Support certification required.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required.
NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire.
Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board.
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
At least 6 months respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation.
Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient’s medical record.
Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT’s when reviewing patient data.
Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
Perform other job duties as required