Registered Respiratory Therapist

Methodist Health System is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered. This role performs assessments, administers treatments, manages ventilators, and responds to emergencies for adult and pediatric patients. The therapist will partner with a multidisciplinary team to optimize respiratory outcomes, support evidence-based practice, and provide education to patients and families. Integrity, compassion, and accountability are essential in this role within our inclusive healthcare culture. Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions for acute and chronic pulmonary conditions Administer and monitor oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and ventilator support according to physician orders and established protocols Set up, manage, and troubleshoot invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilators and related respiratory equipment Perform and interpret arterial blood gas sampling, pulse oximetry, and bedside pulmonary function testing Respond to rapid response and code blue situations, providing advanced airway management and life support assistance Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust respiratory care plans Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies, equipment use, and disease self-management Document care, assessments, and treatment outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record Maintain infection control standards and ensure proper cleaning, calibration, and maintenance of respiratory equipment Precept and support new staff and students in respiratory care best practices Mechanical ventilation management (invasive and non-invasive) Arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation Respiratory assessment and care planning Airway management and emergency response support Oxygen therapy and aerosolized medication administration Pulmonary function and bedside respiratory testing Use and maintenance of respiratory xevrcyc therapy equipment Electronic medical record documentation Infection prevention and control in respiratory care Patient and family education on respiratory conditions and therapies Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC Active state licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (or eligibility per state requirements) Current BLS certification ACLS certification required or obtained within designated timeframe PALS and/or NRP certification preferred depending on patient population Experience with invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation in acute care settings