Respiratory Therapist, Days - Sugar Land

Memorial Hermann Health System•Sugar Land, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Memorial Hermann, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders, including those requiring intensive care treatment (NICU/PEDI/ADULT). The role emphasizes delivering high-quality, efficient care and creating exceptional experiences for patients and the community. Employees are valued and encouraged to contribute to the vision of creating healthier communities. The position is located in Sugar Land and primarily involves day shifts.

Requirements

Graduate Respiratory Therapist (GRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist-Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS) or Registered Respiratory Therapist-Sleep Disorders Specialty (RRT-SDS) required.
Current Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.
BCLS and one (1) of the following required: ACLS, PALS, NRP, Asthma Certified Educator, NRP Instructor, CPR Instructor, PALS Instructor, or ACLS Instructor depending on your patient population.
Less than one (1) year experience.
The position requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.
Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.
The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.
Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in Respiratory Care preferred.
RRT Highly preferred.
NICU, Pedi and Adult experience.
3+ years RCP experience.

Responsibilities

Perform duties in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction, while promoting safety, cost efficiency, and a commitment to the CQI process.
Perform respiratory care procedures: administer medical gases, medications and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes, and provide basic patient education according to skills check-off for RCP I.
Follow written orders from physicians in administering drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system of patients, evaluate treatment provided and take appropriate action.
Perform basic assessment and basic interpretation of Arterial Blood gases, Pulmonary Function testing and chest x-rays as indicated in skills check-off for RCP I.
Communicates effectively with professional colleagues.
Manages time effectively.
Documents appropriately in the medical records and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently according to policies and procedures.
Ensures safe care to patients, adhering to policies, procedures and standards, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity and accuracy of practice.
Remains current in respiratory care through continuing education, participation in in-service training, review of journals.
Assists in clinic education efforts, whether to patients, staff, hospital, system or to the community.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Other duties as assigned.