Registered Respiratory Therapist
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Prime Healthcare seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), also referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II), to perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures based on physician orders. The role assesses, plans, implements, and documents patient care, and may oversee the department as Lead RCP in a supervisor’s absence. This per-diem position is at Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, Texas, with day shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Overview
Shifts Available: Days
Employment Type: Per Diem
Hours: 12 hour: 6:00am - 6:00pm
Location : Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX
We are seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist , internally referred to as our RRT. The RRT can be referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II) but someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may be designated as the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/ PRN as needed .
Responsibilities
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W ill provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
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C onduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
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S et up, monitor , and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
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M ay be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provid e airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitat e patients in critical situations
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A ssess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
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E nsure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned , sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety
Qualifications
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Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
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Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
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Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
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Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is preferred.
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Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
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Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
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Competitive compensation
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Medical insurance benefit plan
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401K
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf
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FacilityDallas Regional Medical Center
LocationUS-TX-Mesquite
ID2026-287525
CategoryClinical Tech
Position TypePer Diem
ShiftDays
Job TypeNon-Exempt
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