$15K Sign on - FT Night - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description Methodist Charlton Medical Center is seeking a Full time Night Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join its team. This full time role offers a $15,000 sign‑on bonus. Hours of Work 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Days of Week 3 X 12‑hour night rotating schedule Work Shift 12‑hour night shift, 3 days per week (United States of America) Your Job The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFTs, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy, and airway maintenance. The RRT must be proficient in the respiratory assessment and treatment of both adults and neonates and work under indirect supervision of the department’s medical director according to departmental policies. Your Job Requirements Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program Current Basic Life Support certification required Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification obtained within 1 year of hire Licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board Registered with the National Board for Respiratory Care New graduates accepted Your Job Responsibilities Perform respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, incentive spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR, and mechanical ventilation. Conduct and report cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms. Prepare a treatment evaluation through bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview, and review of the patient’s medical record. Use critical thinking skills to perform appropriate actions. Interpret chest X‑ray, ABG, and PFT results when reviewing patient data. Assemble, check, operate, and troubleshoot cardiopulmonary equipment, including artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices, and blood gas analyzers. Participate in infection control, safety, and quality assurance tasks. Perform cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas. Utilize appropriate patient communication to improve patient satisfaction. Perform other job duties as required. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr