Reg Respiratory Therapist

Position Overview The staff respiratory therapist (RRT) provides respiratory therapy services to patients within the hospital and complies with established standards of practice, policies and clinical guidelines reflective of evidence‑based best practice. The RRT plans and delivers effective patient care within their scope of practice and within the framework of Driscoll Health System’s vision of excellence and integrated care delivery. We offer a competitive sign‑on bonus of up to $10,000 and relocation assistance to qualified candidates. Key Responsibilities Assemble respiratory therapy equipment prior to patient use. Setup, troubleshoot, and evaluate effectiveness of respiratory support systems. Setup and monitor respiratory therapy equipment and administer therapy, including aerosol, oxygen, chest percussion, positive pressure breathing, lung lavage, breathing exercises, transcutaneous oxygen/carbon dioxide monitors, end tidal carbon dioxide monitors, pulse oximeters, nitric oxide, nitrogen, heliox therapy equipment and mechanical ventilators. Respond to emergency situations to assist or manage respiratory support measures and assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and patient transports. Monitor patient pulmonary condition and progress, and report any abnormal findings to shift supervisor and/or nurse. Suggest therapeutic modification of care plan to prescribing physician. Assist with training of new employees. Assist with department’s continued quality improvement plan. Assist with equipment cleaning/disinfection measures during peak workloads. Transport patients within or out of hospital. Volunteer for hospital/community service. Run and process arterial, capillary and venous blood gases and report any critical values as specified by lab’s standards. Perform bedside intubations under the supervision of a practitioner. Attend high‑risk deliveries and assist practitioner in evaluating and treating infant as necessary and/or verbally ordered. Qualifications Associate in Applied Science (AAS) or graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. License to practice Respiratory Care issued by the Texas Medical Board. Registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care. One‑year general care experience and/or one‑year pediatric care experience preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider (before hire). Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (within 1 year of hire). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (within 1 year of hire). Perinatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) – Preferred (must attempt within 3 years of hire and maintained once obtained). Must be able to assist with training of new employees and participation in quality improvement initiatives. Employment Details Driscoll Children’s Hospital is a 191‑bed tertiary care center located in South Texas, serving 31 counties. The hospital offers 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. #J-18808-Ljbffr