Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare • Mesquite, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Overview We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist , internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) . The Respiratory Therapist can be referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II) but someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may be designated as the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift. Shift’s Available : Days Employment Type : Full-time Hours: 12-hour shifts – 6:00am to 6:00pm Location : Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave , FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

Requirements

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
• Set up, monitor , and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations
• Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned , sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave , FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits
• Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

What This Job Offers

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