RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) (NIGHTS)

Responsibilities

To provide therapeutic modes of respiratory treatments to all patients. In addition to duties of a certified respiratory therapist, may perform advanced diagnostic testing, patient assessment, and intervention. Serves as a preceptor for other therapists.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate degree from a respiratory therapy education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (unless licensure was obtained prior to November 11, 2009).
• One year full‑time or three years part‑time experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Licensed as a RRT by the Texas Medical Board and registered by the NBRC.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS Healthcare Provider course per RQI program guidelines must be completed during new hire orientation prior to working in a clinical setting.
• NRP certification required within 90 days of employment.

Benefits

$10,000 sign‑on bonus