Registered Respiratory Therapist Part Time NICU

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist Part Time NICU and Pediatrics at St. David's North Austin Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Perform critical care and diagnostic procedures for cardiopulmonary diseases on patients of all ages.
• Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment.
• Perform a range of technical procedures related to cardiopulmonary hemodynamics.
• Demonstrate competency in proper airway care.
• Absolutely assess patients appropriately, interpret results accurately, and suggest alternative respiratory treatments.
• Evidence of competency in the performance of routine patient assessment and the ability to correctly recognize and interpret respiratory dysfunction.
• Function as a respiratory care protocol assessor by delivering therapy and reassessing patients in a timely manner and maintaining proper and accurate documentation.
• Communicate regularly with physicians and nurses about patient care plans and updates.

Requirements

• Acute Care Hospital experience preferred.
• Graduate of an American Medical Association accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licensed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Current certification as Basic Life Support (BLS) provider.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required for NICU RRT staff.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required for ICU RRT staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an American Medical Association accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licenses and Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license; Current certification as Basic Life Support (BLS) provider; Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required for NICU RRT staff; Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required for ICU RRT staff.

Skills

• Knowledge of respiratory care procedures and equipment.
• Ability to assess and interpret patient data.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

St. David's North Austin Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage.
• Free telemedicine services.
• Free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional dental and vision benefits.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Legal counseling.
• Long-term care coverage.
• Moving assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Free counseling services and resources.
• TIAK 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is part-time.