Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for providing advanced respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
• The therapist applies specialized knowledge of respiratory care practices, techniques, and equipment to assess, manage, and treat patients in accordance with physician orders and established institutional protocols.
• The position requires sound clinical judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage respiratory care procedures, including oxygen therapy, aerosolized medication delivery, airway clearance, and invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and assist in emergency situations as required.
• Evaluate and interpret physicians’ orders and diagnostic test results to determine appropriate treatment
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• Implement approved protocols under physician direction and adapt therapy as the patient’s condition evolves.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies and equipment use.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and make appropriate recommendations to the care team.
• Accurately document all treatments, assessments, and related data in the medical record.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies (including HIPAA).
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and demonstrate ongoing professional development.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA) only.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Texas Medical Board (TMB) License.

Minimum Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of respiratory care techniques, equipment, and pharmacologic agents.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems and basic computer applications.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to patient-centered care.

Interview Type:

• Virtual – One Round.