Respiratory Therapist
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: Part-time
Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm
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):
- 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
Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
1. State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required4. 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.5. ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.6. NRP certificate preferred 7. PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.8. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred 9. High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Employment Status
Part Time < 60Shift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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