Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator & Critical Care Specialist

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare, LLC. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Long Term Acute Care facility in Abilene, TX. The role focuses on diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions, operating ventilators, and participating in weaning under physician direction.

The position requires NBRC credential (CRT or RRT), BLS at hire, and ACLS within 90 days, with responsibilities spanning education, documentation, and equipment maintenance in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required at hire; ACLS within 90 days.
• Credentialed by NBRC as CRT or RRT.
• High School diploma or equivalent with training documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and treats adult and geriatric patients (18+) with respiratory conditions.
• Explains treatments and documents patient education.
• Operates and monitors ventilators; participates in ventilator weaning as directed.
• Maintains respiratory care records and MARs; reports changes and new orders to care team.
• Performs trach care and manages suctioning per policy.
• Prepares and maintains respiratory care equipment and maintains safety standards.
• Attends departmental meetings and adheres to compliance and safety policies.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS within 90 days

Ventilator operation

Education

NBRC CRT or RRT credential

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen therapy equipment

Job description

Vibra Healthcare, LLC. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Long Term Acute Care facility in Abilene, TX. The role focuses on diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions, operating ventilators, and participating in weaning under physician direction.

The position requires NBRC credential (CRT or RRT), BLS at hire, and ACLS within 90 days, with responsibilities spanning education, documentation, and equipment maintenance in a hospital setting.