Respiratory Therapist Position

Summary :

Join our dedicated team in providing exceptional pulmonary care for critical, non-critical, and chronically ill patients across all age groups including adults, pediatrics, and neonates. Under the supervision of a physician, you will assess patients and implement effective respiratory care plans with minimal oversight. Your expertise will be utilized in performing various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures throughout our hospital.

Responsibilities :

• Demonstrate proficiency in OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Key responsibilities include :
• Responding to emergency situations (Code Blue and White);
• Managing airway procedures including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning;
• Administering aerosolized medications;
• Setting up and managing ventilators;
• Providing oral hygiene care;
• Placing and maintaining airway retaining devices;
• Managing airway support devices such as BiPAP and CPAP;
• Operating oxygen delivery devices and performing therapeutic monitoring;
• Conducting chest film analysis;
• Collecting and analyzing blood gas samples;
• Performing EKG analysis;
• Ensuring accurate and thorough documentation;
• Cleaning and stocking supplies and equipment as needed;
• Participating in CAP and JC surveys.
• Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) may take on leadership roles as Shift Leaders or Team Leaders.
• The advanced practice skills may encompass :
• Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
• Pulmonary Function Testing;
• Assisting with bronchoscopy procedures;
• Conducting hemodynamic monitoring;
• Performing waveform analysis;
• Evaluating nocturnal SpO2 (Desaturation Studies);
• Executing polysomnography;
• Transporting patients safely.

Job Requirements : Education / Skills :

Experience :

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications :

As per the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification, and Registration Verification Policy, all associates must secure the required certifications for their roles within the stipulated timeframe.

Work Schedule : As needed (PRN).

Work Type : Per Diem as needed.