Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is an onsite role based in Pflugerville, TX. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the cardiovascular care team at Heart Hospital of Austin, a member of St. David's HealthCare. This role exists to guide patients through routine care and critical moments by performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The therapist manages invasive and noninvasive ventilation and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes in a specialized cardiovascular setting.

What you'll do

• Assess respiratory status through focused exams.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy including oxygen support and aerosolized medications.
• Manage ventilation and airways.
• Support the care team during emergencies and stabilize newborns when needed.
• Maintain respiratory equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

pflugerville tx

respiratory therapist

rrt

hospital

clinical

patient care

ventilator management

cardiovascular

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, paid time off, and wellbeing support.

Why this role

12-year recipient of 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award, Texas's No. 1 cardiac program.

About the employer

Heart Hospital of Austin is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.