The therapist is responsible for reviewing medical records, performing age-appropriate patient assessments, and implementing care interventions according to protocol. They provide therapeutic treatments and individualize care based on the specific needs of a diverse patient population.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program and hold both RCP and RRT certifications. Required certifications include BCLS, with ACLS and NRP required for specific units like the ICU, Emergency Department, or NICU.
professional certificateInterpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationPatient AssessmentComputer ProficiencyCritical CareRespiratory CareMedical Record ReviewTherapeutic TreatmentMed/Surg Care
Job description
Registered Respiratory Therapist – Respiratory Care Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work locations: Texas Health Dallas 8200 Walnut Hill Ln, Dallas, TX 75231 Texas Health Allen 1105 Central Expressway N, Allen, TX 75013 Texas Health Plano 6200 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75093 Texas Health Frisco 12400 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75033 Work hours: Several shifts available including Full time, Part time, PRN Respiratory Care Department highlights: The potential for high job satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment from making a difference in patients' lives.
Work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational Professional Growth Opportunities.
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge medical technology and equipment.
The opportunity to work with a diverse patient population.
Working with a Multi-Disciplinary Team.
Here’s What You Need Other Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required 1 Year Med/Surg or critical care experience preferred RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner upon hire required and RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist upon hire required and BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required and ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support ICU and Emergency Department only 90 Days required and NRP - Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP required if working in the NICU 90 Days required Good verbal communications, good interpersonal skills, and computer experience What You Will Do Review available medical records and obtain pertinent medical history from the patient or family.
Evaluates each patient using age and diagnosis-appropriate assessment tests and measurements.
Applies appropriate patient care interventions according to protocol guidelines and priority of care.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of age-appropriate patient assessment and individualizes care based on age-specific needs.
Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient's age and desire for treatment.
Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license.
Additional perks of being a Texas Health Registered Respiratory Therapist Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits.
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
Entity Highlights: For more than a half-century, Texas Health Hospital Dallas has been at the forefront of health care in North Texas.
We’re an 875-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving our community in and around Dallas since 1966.
We specialize in cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, women’s services and emergency medicine, we’ve got it.
Plus, we’re a renowned Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a Comprehensive Stroke and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women’s imaging services. *Texas Health Dallas is a joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level I Trauma Center, a Comprehensive Heart Attack Center, and a designated Magnet hospital.
We’re a top choice in North Texas for cancer and emergency services, bariatric services, cardiac care and much more.
As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area.
If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org. #LI-TB3
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
401k
Tuition Reimbursement
Flex Spending
Student Loan Repayment Programs
Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch and our benefits are equally outstanding.
Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day.
You belong here.
Texas Health Frisco is a 93-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital and medical office community offering primary care and multispecialty medicine.
Our location in the North DFW area provides convenient care to the residents of Frisco and surrounding areas.
We specialize in women’s services, outpatient surgery, NICU and emergency medicine.
Plus, we are a Pathway to Excellence Hospital, Joint Commission certified and we’re a Baby Friendly designated facility.
Since 1991, Texas Health Plano has served the communities of Plano, Frisco, Carrollton, Addison, Richardson and McKinney.
We’re a 386-bed, full-service hospital serving North Texas with incredible care and amazing people.
We specialize in emergency medicine and trauma, cardiology, neurosurgery and spine, advanced orthopedics, women’s services, adult and adolescent behavioral health, an adult intensive care unit and state of the art and technologically advanced surgical services.
Plus, we’re a Level II Trauma Facility, the only health care facility in Collin County to have achieved both the Level IV NICU and Level IV Maternal facility designation and have a DNV-certified Comprehensive Stroke Program.
Texas Health Plano is a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, the only AACN Beacon Gold adult intensive care unit in the DFW area, accredited by the Joint Commission in Hip and Knee Replacement and a Primary Heart Attack Center.
We offer top-notch benefits including an on-site childcare center created for working parents.
Texas Health Allen has served the local community and surrounding areas of Collin County since 2000.
We’re an 88-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital providing exceptional care to Allen, Lucas, Fairview, McKinney, Melissa, Wylie, and the surrounding cities.
We specialize in robotic and minimally invasive surgery, advanced cardiology and electrophysiology services, orthopedic and spine services, and comprehensive women’s and infants’ care.
Plus, we’re an Accredited Chest Pain Center and STEMI receiving facility with more than 500 physicians practicing in more than 25 specialties.
Texas Health Allen is a Joint Commission-accredited Gold Seal Certified Chest Pain facility, Level II Maternal, Level II NICU, Chest Pain Accredited, a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence and a Pathways to Excellence-designated hospital.
