Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time; Nights ( NICU )

#REF!•Dallas, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time; Nights (NICU). This role involves reviewing medical records, obtaining patient history, and performing age-appropriate assessments. The therapist will apply patient care interventions according to protocol and priority, using therapeutic treatment techniques within their scope of practice. A key aspect of this role is the willingness to train and be a member of the neonatal EXTERNAL transport team. Texas Health Hospital Dallas is a Magnet-designated, full-service hospital with a renowned Level III neonatal intensive care unit, serving the Dallas area since 1966. We are a top choice for various specialized services and are one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area, offering excellent career growth and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required
Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required
NICU experience strongly preferred
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

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.
Must be willing to train and be a member of our neonatal EXTERNAL transport team.
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.