Sr. Respiratory Care Practitioner - CLC Respiratory/Pulmonary (36 hrs. per wk.)(Nights)

Utmb; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range 31.25–50.00/hr

Evening differential 2.70

Night differential 3.50

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a Sr. Respiratory Care Practitioner for the CLC Respiratory/Pulmonary unit (36 hrs/wk, Nights). Requires a Respiratory Therapy degree, RRT, Texas RCP licensure, and 3–5 years of critical care experience; specialty credential within 6 months.

Current BLS/ACLS expected. Eligibility for pediatric/neonatal certifications preferred. The role includes performing pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy support, and precepting new staff, with a focus on patient-centered,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field required.
• RRT credential and NBRC maintenance as well as Texas RCP licensure.
• One specialty credential or to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory care needs and plan patient care.
• Perform pulmonary function testing and related procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate PFT equipment and CAP readiness.
• Serve as preceptor for new staff and students.
• Assist in Bronchoscopy and interventional pulmonary services.
• Manage time and adapt schedule for patient care.

Skills

RRT

Critical care experience

Preceptor

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Pulmonary function testing equipment

Bronchoscopy equipment

Job description

Sr. Respiratory Care Practitioner - CLC Respiratory/Pulmonary (36 hrs. per wk.)(Nights)

Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy with a Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care or other healthcare-related specialty and three (3) years of experience in respiratory care, to include at least two (2) years of critical care experience orGraduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy and five (5) years related experience, to include at least three (3) years of recent critical care experience. Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and maintain credentials with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as well as licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the Texas Department of State Health Services. Must have one (1) specialty credential (i.e. RRT-ACCS, NPS, RPFT, RPSGT, LNFA) or obtain within six (6) months of becoming a Senior Respiratory Therapist. Must maintain specialty credential while classified as a Senior Respiratory Therapist. Must have current BLS and ACLS.

Preferred Qualifications:

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and/or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as required by assigned clinical area within defined timeframe.

Job Description:

Possesses experience and is highly knowledgeable and skilled in respiratory care and assessment. Provides competent basic and specialty care utilizing an interdisciplinary approach and individualizing care to meet unique patient needs. Able to manage unexpected emergency situations effectively. Serves as preceptor for new employees and respiratory care students.

Specific Job Related Duties:

• Assesses the respiratory care needs of patients.
• Utilizing experience and skills to identify and review patient diagnosis/patient care needs, and contraindications and possible complications of patients of performing pulmonary function testing.
• Proficient in pulmonary function testing including but not limited to spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion, arterial blood gases, cardiopulmonary exercising testing, six-minute walks, respiratory pressures, bronchoprovocation, impedance oscillometry, pentamidine treatments, exercise-induce bronchospasm, and bronchoscopy per department policies.
• Proficient in analyzer maintenance, calibrations, quality control, CAP surveys and participates in CAP inspection and preparations.
• Works independently with minimal supervision, and part of department team.
• Participates in department meetings, audits, trainings, quality management, inventory control and policy/procedure updates.
• Demonstrates initiative and accepts continual learning environment and constructive feedback.
• Serves as preceptor for new employees and respiratory care students in multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficient in Bronchoscopy and Interventional Pulmonary services including but not limited to bronchoscopy assistance, scheduling, orientation, scope maintenance, equipment proficiency, and documentation.
• Proficient in time management, and able to flex schedule required for patient care.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule, annual training requirements, internal controls, UTMB Institutional policies, and other job duties as assigned.

$31.25 - $50.00; Salary commensurate with experience

Evening : $2.70

Night: $3.50

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