RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Sulphur Springs FT

CHRISTUS Health; Sulphur Springs (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide pulmonary care for patients of all ages. Responsibilities include patient assessments, ventilator management, and emergency response. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in respiratory therapy and relevant certifications. This full-time role requires working night shifts, ensuring critical care for patients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Patient Assessment

Ventilator Management

Airway Management

Documentation

Education

RT or RCP License

BLS Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job 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:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time