Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) PRN

Job overview

Respiratory Care Practitioner RRT PRN at Methodist Hospital Metropolitan in Schertz, TX. This is an onsite position. Compensation is not specified. This role assesses, treats, and cares for patients with pulmonary disorders, administering therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care modalities.

What you'll do

• Operates and sets up devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration, aerosol generators, and disposable respiratory care products.
• Provides emergency care, including artificial ventilation, external cardiac massage, and assists staff with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Collects and analyzes arterial blood gases.
• Follows physician orders for treatment and evaluates requirements for treatment.
• Monitors patient’s response to therapy.
• Consults with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program

Experience

1 year preferred

Skills & competencies

respiratory care practitioner

rrt

prn

methodist hospital metropolitan

schertz tx

therapy & rehabilitation

hos

part-time

day shift

no weekends

no on-call

no travel

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance

About the employer

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan is hiring for this role. Industry: Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals. Sector: 62.