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Respiratory Therapist 13 Week Contract

Nacogdoches Medical Center, Nacogdoches, TX, United States


Overview
Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Nacogdoches Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program, employee discount program

Pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary
The RRT is responsible for providing respiratory care for all patients in all areas of NMC. Responsibilities include airway management procedures (including but not limited to oxygen therapy, ventilator set up and maintenance, emergency procedures, respiratory therapy treatment modalities), arterial punctures, and EKG procedures to patients in assigned areas. The RRT also provides complete documentation according to the hospital and departmental policies and procedures, reports changes in patient status and/or diagnostic procedure results to physicians and/or appropriate hospital personnel.

Qualifications
Education:

Minimum: Graduate of accredited school of respiratory care

Minimum Experience:

Minimum: Complete clinical rotation

Certification:

Required: NBRC Registry, CPR

Licensure:

Required: Texas Department of Health

Skills:

Routine therapy, ER-ICU critical care, airway management, ventilator care, ABG’s (for all age groups)

Note – Required certifications are to be completed by 3 months of employment.

Organization Description
Nacogdoches Medical Center has been serving the East Texas community for nearly 50 years with a focus on caring for patients and a strong team environment. Service lines at the hospital include obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology (including a cath lab and electrophysiology capabilities), cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatments), and weight loss surgery. These services help the medical center provide treatment options close to home for patients.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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