Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation, Diagnostics & Neonatal Care

Dallas Center United Methodist; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Southlake Medical Center in North Texas is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform a range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs and ventilator support for adults and neonates. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program with BLS/ACLS, plus NBRC registration and Texas licensure, and at least 6 months of experience.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, arterial blood gas analysis, chest imaging

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardio 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 including 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 including arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
• Prepares a treatment evaluation including bedside respiratory assessment, patient interview and review of medical records.
• Uses critical thinking to determine appropriate actions.
• Interprets CXR, ABG, and PFT data.
• Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment.
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Uses customer scripting to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP/PALS

Texas License

NBRC Registration

Respiratory Therapy Experience

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Methodist Southlake Medical Center in North Texas is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to perform a range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including ABG, PFTs and ventilator support for adults and neonates. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program with BLS/ACLS, plus NBRC registration and Texas licensure, and at least 6 months of experience.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, arterial blood gas analysis, chest imaging