Apply Now Certified Respiratory Therapist (15k sign on bonus) Job in Longview

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Job Responsibilities:

• Include, but are not limited to: Emergency (Code Blue and White) response; Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning; Delivery of aerosolized drugs; Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation); Oral hygiene; Airway retaining device placement and maintenance; Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices; Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring; Chest film analysis; Bloodgas collection and analysis; EKG analysis; Accurate and complete documentation; Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary; Participate in CAP and JC surveys 

• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader

 • Advanced practice skills may include: Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2; Pulmonary Function Testing; Bronchoscopy assist; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Waveform analysis; Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies); Polysomnography

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Related Field of Study

• Graduate of an American Medical Association approved Registered Respiratory Therapist Program and successfully pass the RRT exam. 

• Basic computer knowledge. 

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Previous experience as a respiratory therapist in an acute care environment preferred.

 • Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. 

• Texas RCP license required. 

•Basic Life Support 

•Cert Resp Therapist NBRC 

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Work Type

Full Time - 7pm-7am

Please contact Nadia.Shinkewicz@christushealth.org for any questions you may have about the position or application process!