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Job Description
Methodist Healthcare in San Antonio seeks a Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner II (PRN) to provide specialized respiratory therapy to infants, children, and adolescents. Responsibilities include performing assessments, delivering therapeutic interventions, managing ventilators and oxygen therapy, and responding to respiratory emergencies. The role collaborates closely with physicians and the care team, educates patients and families, and maintains accurate documentation. Join a mission-driven, patient-focused organization offering robust training, advanced technology, and opportunities to grow your respiratory care career. Responsibilities Perform pediatric respiratory assessments and develop appropriate care plans Administer respiratory treatments, including nebulizer, aerosol, and oxygen therapy Manage mechanical ventilation and non-invasive ventilation in pediatric patients Respond to respiratory emergencies and participate in resuscitation efforts Monitor patient response and adjust therapy per physician orders and protocols Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes in the EMR accurately and timely Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment, and home care Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care Follow infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards in all procedures Participate in ongoing education, competencies, and quality improvement initiatives Required Skills Pediatric respiratory assessment Mechanical ventilation management Airway management Nebulizer and aerosol therapy Oxygen therapy administration Arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR/PALS) Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Infection control practices Patient and family education