Registered Respiratory Therapist / RRT at UT Health East Texas

Tyler, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Invasive Ventilatory Care, Non-invasive Ventilatory Care, Aerosolized Medication Delivery, Breathing Exercises, Oxygen Delivery, Postural Drainage, Pulse Oximetry, Bedside Pulmonary Function Testing, Clinical Support, Patient Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Tyler, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our Midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program, and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups. Responsibilities Providing technical and clinical support of respiratory care services throughout the hospital. Keeping current with new developments in the field of respiratory care. Evaluating and making recommendations for services. Attempting to maintain a high level of didactic and psychomotor skills in order to perform assigned duties. Demonstrating proficiency in providing respiratory care services to include, but not limited to, the following modalities: invasive and non-invasive ventilatory care, aerosolized medication delivery systems, breathing exercises, oxygen delivery (set-up and maintenance) devices, postural drainage, pulse oximetry, and bedside pulmonary function testing. Attends appropriate in-service education, both departmental and hospital-wide. This position requires the ability to follow directions, maintain confidentiality, trustworthiness, orderliness, accuracy, punctual attendance during stated working hours, and the ability to interact with co-workers, customers, and visitors in a professional manner. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited JRCRTE respiratory care training program. Active certification with the state of Texas. BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

Provide technical and clinical respiratory care services throughout the hospital, including ventilatory care and medication delivery. Maintain high psychomotor skills and stay current with new developments in the field of respiratory care.