Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care to patients and performs all aspects of respiratory care, including diagnostic testing of the cardiopulmonary system, according to policies and procedures and under the direction of the Medical Director, Department Director, or Coordinator/Team Leader. The position responds to emergencies, administers medications and treatments, maintains and quality-checks respiratory care equipment, documents work performed, and supports patient safety and performance improvement.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited AMA Respiratory Care Program.
• Possess a current State of Texas RCP license.
• Possess current CRT or RRT certification from NBRC; renewal is required every five years unless grandfathered prior to July 1, 2002.
• Have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support certification from ARC or AHA upon hire; AHA Healthcare Provider BLS is required within 60 days of hire.
• Complete AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire or transfer into the role.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in hospital respiratory care or a related area.
• Complete AHA PALS within 60 days of hire or transfer into the role if covering pediatrics.
• Complete AHA NRP within 60 days of hire or transfer into the role if covering NICU.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of respiratory care, including diagnostic testing of the cardiopulmonary system, in accordance with policies and procedures and under the direction of designated leaders.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain competencies and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Administer medications and treatments according to established policies.
• Report unusual patient conditions or reactions to the immediate supervisor.
• Prepare electronic documentation of work and services rendered and provide written or verbal reports to oncoming staff.
• Perform quality control on respiratory care equipment, including I-STAT blood gas analyzers.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Address patient population-specific needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
• The position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed