Respiratory Therapist / RRT / Respiratory Therapy / PRN

Universal Health Services•Amarillo, TX

39d

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495-bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position Summary: The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing a full range of complex respiratory care modalities centralized in the general and all acute care units. Independent clinical judgments and evaluation are required. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.

Requirements

A current Registered Respiratory Therapist license by the Texas Medical Board.
Graduate of a 2 year approved AMA School of Respiratory Care or nontraditional degree program.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC at date of hire.
2-3 years clinical experience preferred.
Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
Ability to read, write, and converse in English.
Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors and others.
Ability to remain calm and composed under stress.
Ability to respond to pages, telephones, and other auditory stimulation.
Ability to function when exposed to hazardous chemicals and/or biological materials.
Bending, lifting (10-30 lbs. minimum), grasping, fine hand/eye coordination, pushing and pulling, prolonged standing and/or sitting.
Ability to discriminate color.
Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard/metric measurements).
Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the ability to develop and implement an age appropriate plan of care using assessment and clinical skills, with the ability of evaluating the plan of care and making adjustments as the clinical setting changes.