Certified Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
St. Joseph Health is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to provide specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. The role includes treatments such as breathing techniques, nebulizer treatments, ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support. The therapist assesses diverse patient needs, develops and carries out care plans, and provides focused interventions in routine and emergent situations. The therapist performs respiratory care for patients of all age groups under the direction of a qualified physician, verifies physician orders, documents respiratory activities, and maintains equipment and supply stock. The role also includes educating patients, families, and team members about therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and maintaining lifesaving skills and health care provider certification. Relocation assistance is offered to eligible new hires.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy.
- Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) credential.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 14 days of hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within six months of hire.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six months of hire.
- Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, demonstrate urgency, anticipate outcomes, and solve problems.
Responsibilities
- Perform all aspects of respiratory care for patients of all age groups under the direction of a qualified physician.
- Verify physician orders and document respiratory care activities.
- Clean and assemble equipment and ensure supply stock levels meet patient care needs.
- Educate patients, patients’ families, and team members about therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Maintain lifesaving skills for all age groups and current health care provider certification.
- Assess patient needs, develop and execute care plans, and provide interventions in routine and emergent situations.
- Provide breathing techniques, nebulizer treatments, ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance for eligible new hires
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
