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HCA Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area • Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) works in the Respiratory Therapy department in Bay Area, Texas. The role involves assessing and treating patients with respiratory conditions, supporting ventilator-dependent patients and responding to emergency situations. The therapist also assists with neonatal stabilization and resuscitation, educates patients, families, and staff, and maintains respiratory therapy equipment. The schedule includes rotating weekend shifts and may require flexibility. The dress code is pewter grey scrubs.

Requirements

• Valid RCP license with the Texas Medical Board.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Critical care experience with adult patients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Level 3 NICU.
• Proficiency with oscillators, InoMax, and Hamilton ventilators.
• PALS certification.
• NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and evaluate respiratory conditions.
• Administer therapies, including oxygen delivery and aerosol medication.
• Provide chest physiotherapy as required.
• Assist with bronchoscopies at the bedside and in the endoscopy suite.
• Facilitate placement of artificial airways.
• Initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.
• Support transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.
• Respond to emergencies, ensuring airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation.
• Assist with moderate- and high-risk deliveries for neonatal stabilization and resuscitation.
• Provide education to patients, families, and staff as a clinical resource.
• Set up, operate, clean, and sterilize respiratory therapy equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed