Registered Respiratory Therapist -

Methodist Health System•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas (ABG) testing, pulmonary function testing (PFT), ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene, and airway maintenance. The role includes respiratory assessment and treatment of adults and neonates, as well as the ability to care for patients of all age groups with sensitivity to their diverse needs based on age, sex, race, and culture. Procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Methodist Dallas Medical Center is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital and the flagship hospital of Methodist Health System. Its services include an adult Level I Trauma Center, a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification.
Current Texas Medical Board license in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
At least 6 months of respiratory care experience.

Nice To Haves

NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform respiratory therapies, including oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, incentive spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR, and mechanical ventilation.
Perform and report prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
Prepare treatment evaluations, including bedside respiratory physical assessments, patient interviews, and reviews of patient medical records.
Take appropriate actions using critical-thinking skills.
Interpret chest X-rays, ABGs, and PFTs 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.
Clean and maintain cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas as required.
Use appropriate customer scripting to support patient satisfaction.
Perform other job duties as required.