Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time; Days

Texas Health•Plano, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist position is a full-time role in the Respiratory Care Department at Texas Health Plano. This role offers the potential for high job satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment from making a difference in patients' lives. It also provides opportunities for work/life balance, educational and professional growth, working with cutting-edge medical technology and equipment, a diverse patient population, and collaborating with a Multi-Disciplinary Team.

Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program upon hire required
CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required
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

Nice To Haves

1 Year Med/Surg or critical care experience preferred
NICU experience strongly preferred

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.
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.