Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full Time - Nights

#REF!•Dallas, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will be responsible for reviewing medical records, obtaining patient history, and performing age-appropriate assessments. The role involves applying patient care interventions according to protocol, demonstrating competence in patient assessment, and individualizing care based on age-specific needs. The RRT will use therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to the patient's age and desire for treatment, and perform treatment procedures within the scope of their professional license. This is a full-time night shift position at Texas Health Hospital Dallas, a Magnet-designated, full-service hospital known for its specialized care in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, women's services, and emergency medicine. The hospital is a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a Comprehensive Stroke and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, and holds numerous certifications including Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level I Trauma Center.

Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required
Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required
RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner upon hire required
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist upon hire required
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support ICU and Emergency Department only 90 Days required
NRP - Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP required if working in the NICU 90 Days required
Good verbal communications, good interpersonal skills, and computer experience

Nice To Haves

1 Year Med/Surg or critical care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Review available medical records and obtain pertinent medical history from the patient or family.
Evaluates each patient using age and diagnosis-appropriate assessment tests and measurements.
Applies appropriate patient care interventions according to protocol guidelines and priority of care.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of age-appropriate patient assessment and individualizes care based on age-specific needs.
Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient's age and desire for treatment.
Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license.