Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - PRN | Texarkana LTACH
About The Position
Overview PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Texarkana Respiratory Therapist/Respiratory Care Practitioner - PRN Interviewing now, apply today! Ideal candidates will possess a current license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist/Respiratory Care Practitioner, ACLS/BLS and a minimum of one year of experience in acute care, critical care, ICU, long-term acute care hospitals (LTACH), or other hospital-based settings. This position is specifically intended for candidates willing to travel to Texarkana, Texas, from surrounding areas such as Shreveport, Bossier City, or other nearby locations in Louisiana. Our hospital has developed this role to support Registered Respiratory Therapists/Respiratory Care Practitioners interested in obtaining a temporary Texas license, with the associated licensure costs covered by PAM Health. We are looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn. At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.
Requirements
- Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care.
- Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification.
- Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada.
- For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.
- Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains all equipment in working order.
- Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.
Benefits
- Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
