Respiratory Care Practitioner, Entry Level

Texas Children's Hospital • Houston, TX

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About The Position

We're searching for a Respiratory Care Practitioner, someone who's ready to be part of the best ranked children's hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you will administer a variety of respiratory care procedures in a developmentally age-appropriate manner for patients ranging from neonates to adults. Think you've got what it takes?

Requirements

• Required H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• Required current enrollment in an accredited respiratory care program OR have a temporary license to practice respiratory care
• Required BLS - Cert-Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care and related activities according to policy and/or guidelines. In compliance with MD order to provide optimal patient outcome.
• Perform patient care assessments.
• Performs medication delivery.
• Performs airway clearance techniques.
• Provides ventilatory support
• Documents patient related activities according to policy/guidelines in a legible manner.
• Facilitates good communication with Physician, Nursing, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate optimal patient care.
• Provides instruction to patients and families.
• Performs other essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees