Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP/RRT) - FT Days | Texarkana LTACH

PAM Health•Texarkana, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PAM Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide care to a diverse patient population at its Texarkana long-term acute care hospital. PAM Health cares for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. The practitioner performs routine therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures and maintains equipment in working order. The role also provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing as required or requested, along with other related duties as assigned. The posting identifies this as a full-time day position. A minimum of one year of clinical respiratory experience is preferred; prior inpatient hospital experience or a commitment to learn is welcomed. PAM Health provides specialty healthcare services through more than 80 locations in 17 states. Its mission is to serve people through compassionate, expert care and support recovery through education and research. The company describes a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and its commitment to high-quality patient care and customer service.

Requirements

Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital is located to practice respiratory care.
Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certifications.
Blood gas licensure is required if employed in Nevada.
For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical respiratory experience is preferred.
Prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.
An associate degree is preferred for hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases.

Responsibilities

Perform routine respiratory therapy, diagnostic, and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals.
Maintain respiratory care equipment in working order.
Provide phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for patients as required or requested.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

Medical benefits, including EPO, HDHP, and HSA options with prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc.
Comprehensive dental and vision benefits.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling, legal, and financial services.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Life and disability insurance.
Education and in-service opportunities, including continuing education and tuition assistance.
Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options.
Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts.
Personal travel discounts.
401(k) plans with a discretionary employer match.
Generous paid benefit time.
Education Advancement Program and professional growth opportunities.