Respiratory Therapist, Nights - Southwest

Memorial Hermann

Southwest Hospital, Texas, US
Not specified (likely on-site due to the nature of the role)
Certified respiratory therapist (crt)
Current respiratory care practitioner license
Basic life support (bls) certification
Memorial Hermann is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for their Southwest Hospital location to provide high-quality respiratory care during night shifts. The position involves administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders and contributing to departmental quality programs

Job Summary

  • The position is responsible for administering basic and advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders in adult and neonatal critical care units.
  • Employees are expected to function as a resource to RCP I staff and lead advanced patient education initiatives while participating in departmental quality programs.
  • The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to monitor instruments, computers, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient patient care.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Memorial Hermann is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for their Southwest Hospital location to provide high-quality respiratory care during night shifts. The position involves administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders and contributing to departmental quality programs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
  • Current Respiratory Care Practitioner License
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Arterial blood gas interpretation
  • Ventilator transport experience

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • ACLS or PALS certification
  • Neonatal critical care experience
  • Mentoring less experienced staff

Key Requirements

  • CRT license required
  • RRT preferred
  • BLS certification mandatory
  • 6 months critical care experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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