Medical Center SE Texas Port Arthur·Jefferson County, Texas
The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services to patients under the supervision of the Department Director and Manager. They must ensure all care is delivered in accordance with established departmental and hospital standards.
Under the general supervision of the Department Director and the Manager, the Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services to patients in accordance with accepted respiratory therapy practices and established Departmental and Hospital standards of care.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled 1. To qualify for this position, the candidate must be registered through the National Board of Respiratory Care. 2. Candidates must be licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. 3. Certification per unit specific competency (i.e. BLS, CPI, etc.).
Candidates must be registered through the National Board of Respiratory Care and licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Additionally, they must hold unit-specific certifications such as BLS and CPI.
Market context
Respiratory Therapist positions in Texas are often competitive because hospitals and clinics look for licensed candidates who can step into acute care settings quickly, especially where ICU and pediatric experience are valued. This role stands out when you already hold an associate degree, a valid Texas RT license, and preferably RRT certification with relevant hands-on experience. The requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time when comparing options; review the posting closely and tailor your application to ICU and pediatric experience.
