Senior Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Critical Care Impact

Medical City Healthcare; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Time away from work

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Medical City Dallas is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality patient-centered respiratory care in alignment with department standards. The role includes performing diagnostic tests, procedures, and monitoring patients receiving invasive and noninvasive ventilation.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, assist with artificial airways and ventilation, and respond to emergencies to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• NBRC-RRT certification required.
• Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner license.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.
• Associate's Degree in respiratory care or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments including breath sounds and airway patency.
• Administer respiratory therapies: oxygen, aerosols, chest physiotherapy.
• Assist with artificial airways and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor therapeutic response and escalate to providers as needed.
• Transport ventilator-dependent patients when required.
• Respond to emergencies to maintain airway and ventilation.

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Medical City Dallas is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality patient-centered respiratory care in alignment with department standards. The role includes performing diagnostic tests, procedures, and monitoring patients receiving invasive and noninvasive ventilation.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, assist with artificial airways and ventilation, and respond to emergencies to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.