Respiratory Therapist, Days - Children's

Memorial Hermann

Houston, Texas, United States
Administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
Interpreting arterial blood gases and hemodynamics
Developing respiratory care plans
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

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.
  • Candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills such as ECMO or join the Transport team to fly with Life-flight at a Level I Trauma Center.
  • The Respiratory team fosters a collaborative close-knit culture focused on education, growth, and providing exceptional patient experiences.

Matching 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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
  • Interpreting arterial blood gases and hemodynamics
  • Developing respiratory care plans
  • Patient assessment and education
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to quality improvement programs
  • Mentoring less experienced staff members
  • Participating in clinical research opportunities
  • Engaging in departmental in-services
  • Trusted expertise in collaborative culture

Key Requirements

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license required
  • Minimum one year experience with six months critical care
  • Current Respiratory Care Practitioner License
  • BCLS certification plus ACLS, PALS, NRP, CPFT, RPFT, RPSGT, or instructor credentials
  • Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care preferred
  • Three years ICU/NICU experience highly preferred
  • Prior Level I Trauma experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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