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Respiratory Therapist | PRN
Job Description
Job Summary:
Under the direction of a physician, administers both continuous and intermittent Respiratory Care modalities, ventilator management and diagnostic testing, following department policies, procedures and prevailing professional standards of care. Performs patient assessment and care plan management following established protocols. Works with Team Members within the Respiratory Care department and other departments to facilitate superior patient care outcomes. Recognizes the purpose of this service is to provide high quality customer service and to promote patient safety.Required Skills:
Position Qualifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC, or if RRT eligible, obtaining RRT within 6 months. Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) by NBRC preferred Minimum of 3 years acute care hospital Respiratory Therapy & NICU experience Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Department of Health. Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and STABLE preferred Independent decision making skills. Basic Computer skillsCareer Insights for Respiratory Therapist
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$60,686 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth