RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist - FT CTMFHS Main Tyler

Christus Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional pulmonary care to patients of all ages. This role involves performing assessments, developing care plans, and executing various respiratory therapy procedures with minimal supervision. You will be part of a dynamic team, responding to emergencies and managing advanced therapeutic devices. If you are passionate about patient care and ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred in respiratory care.
• Licensure and certification in respiratory therapy are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care plans.
• Manage ventilators and airway support devices.
• Participate in emergency response and documentation.

Skills

Airway management

Ventilator management

Patient assessments

Blood gas collection and analysis

Therapeutic gas management

Polysomnography

Education

RT or RCP License

BLS Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

Description

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
  
  
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
  • Polysomnography;
  • Transport duties.
  
  

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

  
  

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred

  
  

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RT or RCP License in state of employment required
  
• BLS required
  
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Full Time

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