CRT, Certified Respiratory Therapist - Texarkana - Full Time

Company: Christus Health
Location: Texarkana
Posted on: April 19, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionSummary:Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.Responsibilities:Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Include, but are not limited to:Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;Delivery of aerosolized drugs;Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation);Oral hygiene;Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;Chest film analysis;Bloodgas collection and analysis;EKG analysis;Accurate and complete documentation;Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;Participate in CAP and JC surveys.RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.Advanced practice skills may include:Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;Pulmonary Function Testing;Bronchoscopy assist;Hemodynamic Monitoring;Waveform analysis;Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);Job Requirements:Education/SkillsSee licensure and/or certification requirementsExperience2 - 3 years of experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRCP License in the state of employment requiredBLS requiredCRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) requiredPosition Requirements:Education/SkillsNoneExperienceNoneLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCurrent ACLS certification requiredWork Schedule:3 Days - 12 HoursWork Type:Full Time

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