Respiratory Therapist Clinic

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

The Certified Respiratory Therapist has advanced knowledge in the cardiopulmonary system to manage and treat patients. Therapists use scientific values, therapies, and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Performs and directs respiratory care services like oxygen therapy and aerosol therapy. This includes inhaled medication, airway clearance, ventilation, and bedside spirometry. Follows the attending physician's orders and established procedures.
• Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.
• Reviews physician's orders, examines diagnostic test results, and provides therapy based on the patient's condition. Implements approved protocols if directed by a physician.
• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy; prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.
• Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner.
• Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.
• Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used and accurately files all corresponding charges.
• Reports outcomes of therapeutic interventions and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Adheres to established policies, including infection control, isolation policies, HIPAA, time and attendance, and social media.
• Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals, and students.
• Takes responsibility and initiative to know and complete any professional or technical requirements set by leadership.
• Incorporates values of continuous quality improvement in all of the aspects of clinical care, identifying opportunities as appropriate.

Key Success Factors:

• General knowledge of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment, and medications.
• Must be able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.
• General computer skills, including but not limited to: data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand-held scanning, and email.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications:

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS) Cert Respiratory Therapist (CRT): Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care. Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).

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