Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Are you seeking PRN career opportunities as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with your current employer? We are thrilled to present an exciting chance for you to become part of our organization, a leader in healthcare services across the nation.

Benefits

Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to enhance the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our team members. The benefits include:

• Extensive medical coverage that includes many common services at little to no cost. This encompasses prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, telemedicine services, and complimentary AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (such as accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
  
• Fertility and family-building benefits through Progyny.
  
• Access to free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being.
  
• Family support options, including adoption assistance, resources for child and elder care, and consumer discounts.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of your salary, depending on your years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Retirement readiness services, rollover assistance, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Educational support (tuition assistance, student loan help, certification support, and scholarships for dependents).
• A colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program, which includes paid time off, paid family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may differ based on location.

Our teams consist of dedicated and compassionate colleagues. Are you interested in working as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) where your commitment to fostering positive patient interactions is appreciated? If you are passionate about caring for others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We value your expertise and knowledge!

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be pivotal in guiding patients through both routine care and critical situations. Your responsibilities will include performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing both invasive and noninvasive ventilation in various care environments. You will have access to cutting-edge respiratory technology, mentorship from seasoned RT leaders, and the backing of a reliable, collaborative team that will facilitate your success and ongoing professional development. With consistent and predictable scheduling, you will have the stability and resources necessary to provide exceptional care, enhance your skills, and make a meaningful impact on patient health daily.

Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Evaluating respiratory status by conducting focused examinations, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and assessing the need for respiratory interventions.
• Administering evidence-based therapy by delivering oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments in emergency, critical care, and acute settings.
• Overseeing ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting both invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and reacting promptly to clinical changes or emergencies.
• Supporting patients and the healthcare team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, collaborating with physicians and nurses, and assisting in stabilizing newborns during deliveries when necessary.
• Ensuring equipment maintenance and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; safely transporting ventilated patients; and adhering to all infection prevention standards.

Qualifications Required:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of starting employment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• (NBRC-RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist certification.
• (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification.
• Associate Degree.

Our facility is a distinguished 72-bed institution recognized for its outstanding performance in cardiovascular care. We specialize in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases and provide a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs such as the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including advanced therapies like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), we deliver world-class treatment. Our facility features six operating rooms—three of which are hybrid—along with three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, enabling us to effectively manage complex cardiovascular cases. We have an impressive history as a 12-time recipient of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and have been recognized as Texas's top cardiac program for six consecutive years. Additionally, we host one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, underscoring our commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere.

Our organization has been acknowledged as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute multiple times. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
Co-Founder

If you are seeking an opportunity that offers fulfillment and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) PRN position. We review all applications and will reach out to qualified candidates for interviews. Explore the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.