Certified Respiratory Therapist CRT

Ardent Health Services • Amarillo, TX

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic-Respiratory Therapy-A, Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) in Amarillo, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
BSA Health System is the fourth largest employer in Amarillo, with a medical staff of more than 400 physicians and 3,000 employees. At BSA, the focus is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service, and dignity.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential by NBRC.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license through the Texas Medical Board.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire (adult-care settings) within 6 months of hire
• NRP and/or PALS certification as required by the patient population within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• One year of acute care experience.
• Experience working in critical care, the emergency department, or the neonatal ICU.
• Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT) provides safe, evidence-based respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in accordance with physician orders, established standards, and hospital policies.
• The CRT performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to support patients with cardiopulmonary impairments and contributes to interdisciplinary care planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree