Registered Respiratory Therapist

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist, internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The Respiratory Therapist, also known as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II), plays a crucial role in the care and management of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assist patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions in achieving optimal respiratory function and improving their quality of life. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Shift's Available: Nights

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Hours: 12-hour shifts

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center - Mission, TX

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan

• 401K

• Sick leave accrual

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily

• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients

• Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently

• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations

• Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed

• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

1. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
2. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
3. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.