Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Methodist Health System•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a full-time night Registered Respiratory Therapist. The role performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas testing, pulmonary function testing, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, and airway maintenance. The therapist assesses and treats adult and neonatal patients under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director and follows departmental policies and procedures. The position requires the ability to care for patients of all age groups and sensitivity to their diverse needs based on age, sex, race, and culture. The schedule is 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., three days per week. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for this full-time night role.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification.
Must obtain NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification within one year of hire.
Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board.
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
At least six months of respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

Performs respiratory therapies, including oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, incentive spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR, and mechanical ventilation.
Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
Evaluates treatment needs through bedside respiratory physical assessments, patient interviews, and reviews of patient medical records.
Uses critical-thinking skills to take appropriate actions.
Interprets chest X-rays, arterial blood gas results, and pulmonary function tests when reviewing patient data.
Assembles, checks, operates, and troubleshoots cardiopulmonary equipment, including artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices, and blood gas analyzers.
Participates in infection control, safety, and quality assurance tasks.
Cleans and maintains cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas as required.
Uses appropriate customer scripting, as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
Performs other job duties as required.