Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a job in Temple, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Duration : Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type : Staff

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Location(s) : Memorial Hospital, Temple, TX.

Schedule : FT Nights Position ( 12 hour shifts)

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Respiratory Therapist has advanced knowledge and training of the cardiopulmonary system that is used to manage and treat patients. Therapists will use different scientific principles, therapies, and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Performs and directs the administration of respiratory care services (including but not limited to oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, inhaled medication, airway clearance, invasive and non-invasive ventilation and bedside spirometry), as ordered by a patients attending physician, in a quality manner that is in accordance with established procedures. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.

Reviews physician's orders, analyzes patient's diagnostic test results and provides appropriate therapy based on the patients current clinical condition. If appropriate, implements approved protocols as directed by physician.

Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy; prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.

Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner. Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.

Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used, and accurately files all corresponding charges. Reports outcomes of therapeutic interventions and makes recommendations as appropriate.

Adheres to established policies including but not limited to : infection control and isolation policies, HIPAA, time and attendance, and social media.

Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals, and students.

Takes responsibility and initiative to understand and complete any professional or technical requirements set by leadership.

Incorporates principles continuous quality improvement in all of aspects of clinical care, identifying opportunities as appropriate.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

General understanding of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment and medications.

Must be able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.

Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills.

General computer skills, including but not limited to : typing, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic Life Support (BLS) : BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) : Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).

Reg Respiratory Therapist (RRT) : Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care.

Baylor Scott & White Health Job ID #25017012.

About Baylor Scott & White Health

As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform – MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than 1,100 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans.

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