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AHS - Sherman Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - FT nights

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Sherman, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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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

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Assesses and renders general and advanced respiratory care/diagnostic studies. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties to include: Aerosol/Humidity Therapy, CPT, pulse oximetry, Incentive Spirometry Therapy, O2 Therapy, IPPB, aspiration of nasal, oral cavities or per artificial airways and administers ordered respiratory drugs.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1.

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapist care program. 2. Holds current and valid Respiratory Care Practitioner licensed issued by the Texas Medical Board. 3. Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a RRT or CRT (RRT is preferred). 4. BLS/CPR required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. 5. ACLS and PALS required or must be obtained within 180 days of hire. 6. Must be able to care for patients of all age groups. 7. General knowledge of computer equipment. 8. Ability to use respiratory equipment according to hospital policy and manufacturer specifications. 9. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. 10. Ability to verbally communicate with patients, families and physicians.