Respiratory Therapist (Onsite) Webster (36 hrs per wk)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Webster, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides competent basic and specialty respiratory care utilizing an interdisciplinary approach
and individualizing care to meet unique patient needs.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy, or completion of the associate degree equivalency, and successful passage of the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) exam.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Must maintain credentials with the NBRC as well as licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Current BLS and ACLS.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with well with a medical team and under the direct supervision of a physician
• Possess a broad knowledge of the pathophysiology of the cardiopulmonary system and the complex procedures required to properly diagnose and treat patients

Nice To Haves

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Responsibilities

• Assesses the respiratory care needs of patients.
• Identifies potential and actual diagnosis/patient care needs and identifies the contraindications and possible complications of patients receiving respiratory care.
• Initiates, evaluates, and reviews respiratory care plans that reflect a multidisciplinary approach to appropriate preventive action.
• Sets up and maintains respiratory equipment.
• Maintains oxygen, humidity, and aerosol therapy equipment inventory and supplies.
• Performs blood gas analysis and respiratory function tests.
• Participates in patient rounds.
• Maintains patient records.
• Provides patient/family respiratory care instruction.
• Assists in training and evaluating students and new employees.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Meets periodic UTMB and department specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree