Registered Respiratory Therapist - DAYS - $10K Sign on Bonus

Methodist Health System•Dallas, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function studies, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, and airway maintenance. The role includes respiratory assessment and treatment for adults and neonates, with care provided to patients of all age groups. Procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The RRT is expected to provide care sensitive to patients’ diverse needs based on age, sex, race, and culture. The position is at Methodist Southwest Medical Center, a 314-bed, full-service acute care teaching hospital serving communities in southwestern Dallas County. The hospital has a Level III Trauma Center and a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, among other services. The schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., three 12-hour day shifts per week.

Requirements

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

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 that include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview, and review of the patient’s medical record.
Take appropriate actions using critical-thinking skills.
Interpret chest X-rays, arterial blood gases, and pulmonary function tests 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.