RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Sulphur Springs PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Sulphur Springs (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated respiratory therapist to deliver exceptional pulmonary care to patients of all ages. This role involves performing critical assessments, managing advanced respiratory equipment, and ensuring patient safety through effective airway management. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Join a team where your expertise will make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and contribute to their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred in respiratory therapy.
• Licensure and certification requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and develop respiratory care plans.
• Manage ventilators and deliver aerosolized drugs.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Airway Management

Ventilator Management

Oxygen Delivery Devices

Bronchoscopy Assist

Therapeutic Gas Management

Education

RT or RCP License

BLS Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

BiPAP Devices

CPAP Devices

EKG Equipment

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:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

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