Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT's, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department's medical director, according to departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups; and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based on age, sex, race and culture. Hours of Work 7am - 6:30pm Days Of Week 3 12-hour Day shifts Work Shift 12X3 Night (United States of America) Your Job The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT's, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department's medical director, according to departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups; and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based on age, sex, race and culture. Your Job Requirements Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program Current Basic Life Support certification required Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care At least 6 months respiratory care experience. Your Job Responsibilities Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation. Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms. Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient's medical record. Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills. Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT's when reviewing patient data. Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers. Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance. Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas. Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction. Perform other job duties as required Methodist Southwest Medical Center, previously known as Methodist Charlton Medical Center, is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Lancaster, and Glen Heights in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care, stroke care, hip and knee joint replacement, women and children's services, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our Reputation as an Award-Winning Employer Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned: Magnet®-designated hospital Get With The Guidelines® Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association Great Place to Work Certified 2026-2027 Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work; Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma; and Best-Led Companies 2025 & 2026 TIME’s Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026 Newsweek’s America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas 2026 Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr