This full-time nighttime Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) role involves performing therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory procedures, including ventilator support and airway maintenance, for patients of all ages under indirect medical supervision. The position requires certification, licensure, and proficiency in cardiopulmonary equipment operation, patient assessment, and critical thinking. The role is based at a large acute care teaching hospital recognized for excellence in various specialized medical services and patient care quality.
Hours of Work :
7 P- 7ADays Of Week :
3 X 12Work Shift :
12X3 Night (United States of America)Job Description :
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 requiredMethodist Charlton Medical Center is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster 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 shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:
Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT, respiratory care, ventilator support, arterial blood gas, pulmonary function tests, oxygen therapy, critical care, mechanical ventilation, cardiopulmonary diagnostics
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