Respiratory Therapist/ICU Permanent Role - Location: Fort Worth TX 76104
- Shift: 12 HR Nights 07:00 PM 07:00 AM
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week
- Compensation: Based on experience
Essential Functions: - Perform and manage respiratory care services such as oxygen and aerosol therapy.
- Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation during emergency situations.
- Collaborate with attending physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Deliver care with excellence adhering to clinical protocols and procedures.
- Maintain compliance with policies (infection control HIPAA isolation protocols etc.).
- Promote and maintain a positive work environment with patients and peers.
- Demonstrate initiative and autonomy to continuously enhance clinical skills.
- Participate in quality improvement and identify opportunities to improve patient care.
Key Success Factors: - General knowledge of respiratory care modalities equipment medications and therapies.
- Ability to follow care protocols and interpret clinical flow charts.
- Strong critical thinking and clinical problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in basic computer skills including data entry email electronic medical records and handheld scanning tools.
Qualifications: - Education: Associates Degree or 2 years of related experience beyond minimum qualification.
- Experience: Less than 1 year of professional experience required (new grads welcome).
- Certifications/Licensure:
- BLS (Basic Life Support): Must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer.
- RCP (Respiratory Care Practitioner): Must hold an active license from Texas.
- RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist): Certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
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