Certified Respiratory Therapist

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Heart Hospital of Austin which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Administers respiratory care to patients as ordered by the attending physician. Conducts diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, therapy.

1. Primary Duties 

• Able to assess patient appropriately, interpret results accurately, and suggest alternative treatment.

• Able to appropriately change modes of therapy.

• Must be able to prioritize work assignments.

• Must be able to work independently, demonstrating respect for patient’s rights and confidentiality.

• Able to communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and co-workers.

• Documents by exception and communicates to physicians and nurses all pertinent information.

• Involves patient and significant others in the care activities as a means of informing and teaching.

• Actively assists the physicians in the clinical management of patients.

• Administers medications according to hospital policy.

• Effectively and efficiently receives/interprets telephone and verbal orders and documents appropriately.

• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use necessary patient equipment.

• Demonstrates ability to react calmly and effectively in an emergency situation.

• Follows established hospital and departmental infection control policies 

1. 7) Staff/ Unit Responsibilities 

• Delegates appropriately to staff in keeping with job descriptions, licenses requirements and standards of practice. 

• Uses resources in an efficient and cost effective manner.

• Participates in developing other staff and affiliating students.

• Maintains and develops own professional competencies.

• Maintains and promotes a team spirit through active cooperation and collaboration.

• Assists in interdepartmental service coordination.

• Actively participates in the Performance Improvement and Utilization Review programs.

• Assumes a role in the maintenance of the patient-focused care delivery system.

• Assists staff in the coordination of unit operations.

• Assists in all aspects of care if the environment, such as dietary, housekeeping, infection control, and supply and equipment management.

• Attends 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.

• Help provide staff to other areas of the hospital when needed. 

1. Professionalism

Adheres to dress code, conduct and attendance policies.

• Accepts both positive and negative constructive feedback.

• Attends at least 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.

• Demonstrates a supportive/positive attitude toward the hospital and fellow employees – is a positive team member. 

• Expresses self in an organized, comprehensive, articulate and concise manner. 

8) Initiative

• Develops specific work plans and due dates.

• Follows through on planned assignments within assigned timeframes.

• Effectively prioritizes assignments.

• Demonstrates a willingness to accept extra assignments.

• Adjusts to change, work pressures or different situations without undue stress.

• Demonstrates skill in developing improvements in work methods.

• Effective in cost control and resource utilization. 

9) Key Relationships

• Maintains positive relationships with internal customers. Is effective in interacting with and problem solving. 

• Maintains positive relationships with external customers. Is effective in interacting with and problem solving. 

• Proactive in meeting customer’s needs. Responds promptly to customer needs or requests.

• Keeps Team Leader informed of problems, recommends solutions. 

• Participates in education/development of peers and other staff 

What qualifications you will need:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (NBRC-CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist
• (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner
• Associate Degree

No experience Required Years of Experience

Benefits

Heart Hospital of Austin, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits  for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,  including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work  programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support  through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits  for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Heart Hospital of Austin , a proud member of St. David's HealthCare, stands as a leading 72-bed facility renowned for its exceptional performance in cardiovascular care. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the hospital provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs like the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including cutting-edge therapies such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), patients receive world-class treatment. Boasting six operating rooms—three of which are hybrid—alongside three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, Heart Hospital of Austin is equipped to handle complex cardiovascular cases effectively. With an impressive track record as a 12-year recipient of Merative's (formerly PINC AI) 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and recognition from Healthgrades as Texas's No. 1 cardiac program for six consecutive years, the hospital is a beacon of excellence. Additionally, it hosts one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, solidifying its commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Certified Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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