Certified Respiratory Therapist

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Schedule:

Full-time, four 9-hour shifts, 11am-8pm

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health, Texas Health Resources and Methodist Hospital System. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations.

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

This is a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the Arlington area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in Tarrant County need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

How you'll contribute

A Certified Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitors for and addresses potential side effects.
• Administers ordered respiratory therapy treatments; understands indications, dosing parameters, and possible adverse effects.
• Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators; performs associated critical-care duties such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Assesses pain that interferes with function or rehabilitation participation and notifies the physician for appropriate intervention.
• Performs arterial punctures to obtain ABG samples; recognizes potential complications and contraindications.
• Performs EKGs, documents/reports results per department procedure, routes to requesting providers, and files reports appropriately.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing and rehabilitation staff to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
• Ensures accurate, timely documentation in the medical record and adheres to infection prevention and safety practices.
• Maintains equipment readiness; follows department policies, competency requirements, and quality improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be a graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Additional requirements include:

• Current state Respiratory Therapist license
• Current CPR certification (BLS required; ACLS per unit requirements or preferred)
• Three (3)+ years of cardiopulmonary/respiratory care experience highly preferred.

More about Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is a 40-private bed, state-of-the-art inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital, offering exceptional care to the Arlington, TX community.

EEOC Statement

" Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."