$15K sign on bonus - Full time - Night - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Dallas Center United Methodist, Seagoville, TX, United States
Job Description
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT’s, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, and airway maintenance. The RRT must be proficient in respiratory assessment and treatment of both adults and neonates and perform these procedures under indirect supervision of the department’s medical director, following departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate knowledge, skills, understanding, and ability to care for patients of all age groups and be sensitive to diverse patient needs.
Hours Of Work
7P to 7A
Days Of Week
3X12 hour shift
Work Shift
12X3 Night (United States of America)
Job Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
Current Basic Life Support certification required
Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required
NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire
Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
At least 6 months respiratory care experience
Job Responsibilities
Perform respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, incentive spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, and chest physiotherapy.
Perform and report cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
Prepare a treatment evaluation including bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview, and review of the patient’s medical record.
Use critical thinking skills to perform appropriate actions.
Interpret CXR, ABG, and PFT results when reviewing patient data.
Assemble, check, operate, and troubleshoot cardiopulmonary equipment, including artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices, and blood gas analyzers.
Participate in infection control, safety, and quality assurance tasks.
Perform required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
Utilize appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
Perform other job duties as required.
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The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT’s, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, and airway maintenance. The RRT must be proficient in respiratory assessment and treatment of both adults and neonates and perform these procedures under indirect supervision of the department’s medical director, following departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate knowledge, skills, understanding, and ability to care for patients of all age groups and be sensitive to diverse patient needs.
Hours Of Work
7P to 7A
Days Of Week
3X12 hour shift
Work Shift
12X3 Night (United States of America)
Job Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
Current Basic Life Support certification required
Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required
NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire
Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
At least 6 months respiratory care experience
Job Responsibilities
Perform respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, incentive spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, and chest physiotherapy.
Perform and report cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
Prepare a treatment evaluation including bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview, and review of the patient’s medical record.
Use critical thinking skills to perform appropriate actions.
Interpret CXR, ABG, and PFT results when reviewing patient data.
Assemble, check, operate, and troubleshoot cardiopulmonary equipment, including artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices, and blood gas analyzers.
Participate in infection control, safety, and quality assurance tasks.
Perform required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
Utilize appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
Perform other job duties as required.
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