Supplemental Respiratory Therapist, Nights - Children‘s
On-siteAldine, Texas, United States
Aldine, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLicense Or CertificationLarge
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationLarge
Job Summary
Administer medical gases, medications, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes while performing patient assessments and interpreting arterial blood gases, pulmonary function tests, and chest x-rays. Provide expert respiratory advice to physicians and staff, manage time effectively, and document treatments accurately in medical records. Serve as a resource to RCP I and II staff, lead advanced patient education, and participate in departmental operations. Perform duties to promote quality care, safety, and cost efficiency while adhering to Memorial Hermann policies and standards.
Required Qualifications
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Current Respiratory Care Practitioner License or Temporary Respiratory Care Practitioner License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment
- Recognize alphanumeric characters
- Distinguish colors
- Observe physical characteristics
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years ICU experience
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Pediatric experience
- Two (2) of the following: ACLS, PALS, NRP, CPFT, RPFT, RPSGT, Asthma Certified Educator, NRP Instructor, ACLS Instructor, PALS Instructor, or BLS Instructor
- 1-3 years RCP II experience
- 3-10 years RCP III experience
- 10+ years RCP IV experience
- Two (2) years of critical care experience
- Effective oral and written communication skills
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