Nights - Full time - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Methodist Health System•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, and airway maintenance. The role includes respiratory assessment and treatment for adults and neonates, with the ability to care for patients across all age groups and sensitivity to needs related to age, sex, race, and culture. Procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The position is a full-time night shift working 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. on a 12-hour, three-shift schedule. Methodist Dallas Medical Center is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital and the flagship hospital of Methodist Health System. It has a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and serves a diverse community.

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 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 bedside respiratory physical assessments, patient interviews, and review of medical records.
Use critical-thinking skills to determine appropriate actions.
Interpret chest X-rays, arterial blood gas results, 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, as demonstrated through observation and improved patient satisfaction.
Perform other job duties as required.