Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN Peds NICU

Position Summary Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN Peds NICU We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist to ensure all patients receive high quality, efficient care in the NICU and Pediatric setting. The role involves performing respiratory care modalities, supporting the care team, and maintaining equipment. Responsibilities Assess respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining needs for respiratory interventions. Deliver evidence‑based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings. Manage ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies. Support patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed. Maintain equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; transporting ventilated patients safely; and following infection prevention standards. Qualifications Graduated from an accredited Respiratory Care program recognized by the NBRC. One year experience in respiratory care with documented training in NICU and/or pediatrics. Certificate of Registered Therapeutics (CRT) or Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC upon hire. Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board. Current BLS provider (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) required. PALS certification required within 30 days of hire. NRP certification required within 90 days of hire. ACLS preferred (facility-based requirements). Benefits Comprehensive medical coverage with many services at no cost or low copay, prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine, and free AirMed transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care, moving assistance, pet insurance, etc. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing. 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service. Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock. Family support through fertility, family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder, pet care, home, auto repair, event planning, etc. Consumer discounts through Abenity and other programs. Retirement readiness and rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships. Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships). Colleague recognition program. Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence). Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Medical City Dallas