Neuro Respiratory Therapist; RRT

Overview

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases, and more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career.

The full-time Zale Lipshy RRT position is specifically for the Neuroscience Service Line and Zale Lipshy float only. Daytime Respiratory Therapy administering respiratory medication and managing respiratory equipment.

Sign-on available for night shift. New graduates are not eligible.

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree (A.A.S.). Graduate of an accredited program in respiratory care.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license by the Texas Medical Board, Registered by the NBRC;
  Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association;
  Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) if required to work in the NICU.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in respiratory care
• Experience:
  
  2 years critical care experience

• Performs technical procedures and operates equipment with a high level of expertise.
• Maintains knowledge of infrequently used equipment and ordered patient therapeutics.
• Administers therapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates decision-making skills in patient assessment and care plan design based on desired outcomes of therapy, clinical data, consultation with physicians and patient progress.
• Assesses patient and family's knowledge regarding Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, therapeutic procedures, respiratory drug interactions or contraindications, and smoking cessation.
• Adheres to department administrative procedures, including error-free patient charge entry, timely and concise SBAR shift reports, accurate documentation and EMR order management.
• Demonstrates activities aligned with departmental financial objectives in the use of disposable supplies and equipment change-outs.
• Assumes/participates in charge therapist duties when assigned; reports issues to the charge therapist as appropriate.
• Participates in department and town hall meetings (target: 90% attendance).
• Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating two-way communication, and maintaining a collaborative attitude.
• Adheres to hospital and department attendance policies, including self-scheduling, vacation and holiday rotation policy.
• Maintains supplies and equipment in all areas of the hospital; reports and follows up with Biomedical on equipment in need of repair.
• Participates in Quality Assurance departmental activities and objectives.
• Assists in writing procedures or providing in-services as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to a educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary

Location:

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job: Allied Health

Organization: 847360 - Respiratory Therapy - ZLP

Schedule: Part-time

Shift: Day Job

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Posting: Jan 27, 2026, 2:21:01 AM