Acute Respiratory Therapist

Wingate, TX

$55,654 - $90,583 a year

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Job Details

Profession: Allied Health, Occupational Therapy, Respiratory

Type: Full Time

 

Acute Respiratory Therapist

 

 

MLR Healthcare (Recruiting) is looking for a dedicated, full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled team at a reputable acute-care hospital in Texas. In this role, you will deliver specialized respiratory care, adhering to established protocols to assist patients in their recovery and enhance their overall respiratory well-being.

 

 

Salary Range: $55,654 - $90,583 per year

 

Key Responsibilities of the Respiratory Therapist:

  • Collaboration with Healthcare Teams: Work alongside physicians and other medical staff to assess patient needs and create personalized respiratory care plans.
  • Respiratory Assessments: Perform evaluations to identify patient respiratory needs and develop appropriate treatment interventions.
  • Shift Schedule: Night shifts with rotation every other weekend, working three 12-hour shifts per week.
  • Environmental Assessments: Review patients' home or work environments and suggest modifications to support respiratory health and independence.
  • Documentation and Data Management: Maintain accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to OSHA and NIOSH safety standards in the work environment.

Qualifications:

  • Licensure: Active Respiratory Care license in Texas required.
  • Certification Maintenance: Maintain current certification with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) through the Continuing Competency Program (CCP).
  • Graduate Therapist Requirements: Must obtain CRT certification and pursue RRT certification within one year of graduation. Those not meeting RRT certification will transition to a Respiratory Care Practitioner role until certification is achieved.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS certification required prior to patient interaction.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): Must be obtained within six months.
  • Pediatric Emergency (ENPC/PALS): Certification required within one year.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP): Certification must be completed within the first year.