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Paradigm Healthcare

<div><p><b>Paradigm at Westbury is an employee-centered Skilled Nursing Facility seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join the team! Full-time night shift.</b></p><p>
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents!</p><p><b>
Summary/Objective</b></p><p>
In keeping with our organization's goals, this position is responsible for evaluating and treating residents as well as communicating with residents and team members. The therapist maintains documentation of services in the medical record and conducts in-services and training for residents and team members on an ongoing basis in respiratory techniques.</p><p>
</p><p><b>Job Duties</b></p><ul><li>
Restores patients' pulmonary function, alleviates pain and supports life by planning and administering medically prescribed respiratory therapy</li><li>
Meets patients' goals and needs and provides quality care by conducting pulmonary function tests, assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results, and determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and by prescription</li><li>
Helps patients accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants, operating mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems. and aerosol generators</li><li>
Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage, assisting with breathing exercises, and monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes</li><li>
Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress and recommending adjustments and modifications.</li><li>
May be required to complete discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences</li><li>
Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs</li><li>
Recommends and/or provides assistive equipment and outpatient or home health follow-up programs</li><li>
Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records</li><li>
Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential</li><li>
Maintains sate and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations</li><li>
Protects patients and emplyees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols</li><li>
Develops clinical nursing staff by providing information and developing and conducting in-service training programs</li><li>
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li>
Health insurance</li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Dental insurance</li><li>
Vision insurance</li><li>
Life insurance</li><li>
Referral program</li><li>
Professional development assistance</li></ul><p>
</p><p></p><p><b>Paradigm Healthcare</b> was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team, who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.</p><p><b>
Required Education and Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Associate degree with major in Respiratory Therapy</li><li>
Minimum two years of experience in long-term care</li><li>
Valid license in the State as a Respiratory Therapist consistent with job duties (must meet education requirements for state licensure)</li><li>
Current BLS for Healthcare Provider</li><li>
CPS or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification</li></ul></div>

Respiratory Therapist

HCA Houston Healthcare

<p></p><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Introduction</b></h5><p>
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:Registered Respiratory TherapistHCA Houston Healthcare West</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h5><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare West, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br>
</li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br>
</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br>
</li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br>
</li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br>
</li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br>
</li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br>
</li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br>
</li><li>Colleague recognition program<br>
</li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br>
</li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b><br>
</p><p>We are seeking a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p></p><p>
The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.</p><p><b><br>
What you will do in this role:</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.</li><br>
<li>
You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.</li><br>
<li>
You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.</li><br>
<li>
You will monitor patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.</li><br>
<li>
You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.</li><br>
<li>
You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required.</li></ul><p></p><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What qualifications you will need:</b></h6><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP)</li><li>
State Registered Respiratory Therapist</li><li>
Associate Degree</li></ul><p></p><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare West is a <b>full-service, 300+ bed hospital</b> that has been offering exceptional care to the West Houston communities for over 30 years. We proudly provide Houston residents with exceptional healthcare, including a vast-array of medical services from board-certified doctors and nationally accredited departments. We are recognized as a <b>Certified Primary Stroke Center</b> by the Joint Commission and under an affiliation agreement with The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas, we are able to bring our community <i>The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas at West Houston</i>, a three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center, departments with HCA Houston Healthcare West, provide additional services to meet the needs of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br>
<p></p><p>&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder<br>
</p><p>If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. <b>We are interviewing apply today!</b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Registered Respiratory Therapist

<p></p><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Introduction</b></h5><p>
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:Respiratory Therapist CRTHCA Houston Healthcare West</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h5><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare West, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br>
</li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br>
</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br>
</li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br>
</li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br>
</li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br>
</li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br>
</li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br>
</li><li>Colleague recognition program<br>
</li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br>
</li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b><br>
</p><p>We are seeking a(an) Respiratory Therapist CRT for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p></p><p>
Under general supervision initiates, assesses, and evaluates all forms of respiratory therapy including bronchodilators, chest physical therapy, oxygen therapy, and non-invasive and invasive ventilator care. Exercises technical knowledge in respiratory anatomy, physiology, and pathology as well as the design and operations of all respiratory therapy equipment. The RCP demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to neonates, infants, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.</p><p>
Position Requirements:</p><p>
Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a staff position preferred.</p><p></p><p>
Education:</p><p>
Current permanent or temporary license issued by the Texas Department of Health to practice Respiratory Care. RRT/RCP</p><p></p><p>
Special Qualifications:</p><p>
Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the population of the patients served.</p><p>
Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required.</p><p>
Anyone assigned to PICU must maintain current PALS certification from the American Heart Association.</p><p>
Anyone assigned to NICU must maintain current NRP certification from the American Heart Association.</p><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare West is a <b>full-service, 300+ bed hospital</b> that has been offering exceptional care to the West Houston communities for over 30 years. We proudly provide Houston residents with exceptional healthcare, including a vast-array of medical services from board-certified doctors and nationally accredited departments. We are recognized as a <b>Certified Primary Stroke Center</b> by the Joint Commission and under an affiliation agreement with The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas, we are able to bring our community <i>The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas at West Houston</i>, a three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center, departments with HCA Houston Healthcare West, provide additional services to meet the needs of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br>
<p></p><p>&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder<br>
</p><p>If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist CRT opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. <b>We are interviewing apply today!</b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Respiratory Therapist CRT

<p></p><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Introduction</b></h5><p>
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT today with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center.</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h5><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br>
</li><li>
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br>
</li><li>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br>
</li><li>
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br>
</li><li>
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br>
</li><li>
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br>
</li><li>
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br>
</li><li>
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br>
</li><li>
Colleague recognition program<br>
</li><li>
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br>
</li><li>
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p><br>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b></p><p><br>
Come join our team as a(an) Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p>
The Respiratory Therapist Lead shall deliver competent and compassionate Respiratory Care services to patients of all age groups through the of use accepted Clinical Practice Guidelines for assessing, treating and documenting the effects of Respiratory Care provided to patients. The Respiratory Therapist Lead shall work cooperatively with physicians, nursing staff, ancillary staff, and other members of the patent care team utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to maintain standards for professional practices. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. The function of the Respiratory Therapist Lead shall be carried out according to departmental and hospital policies, HCA Medical Center&rsquo;s mission statement and Standards of Behavior guidelines.</p><p></p><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What you will do in this role:</b></h6><p></p><ul><li>
Cleans, assembles, maintains, operates, troubleshoots and performs minor repair on all equipment.</li><li>
Performs general respiratory therapy to all ages in accordance with age specific criteria including incentive breathing devices, aerosol therapy, chest physiotherapy, oxygen therapy and suctioning.</li><li>
Collects and evaluates additional information through chart review, general assessment and patient interviews.</li><li>
Performs and modifies (or changes) treatments based on response to therapy.</li><li>
Evaluates and monitors response to all therapy with appropriate documentation in the medical record.</li><li>
Provides critical care services to patients of all ages in accordance with age specific criteria.</li><li>
Reviews patient records.</li><li>
Manages and makes adjustments to mechanical ventilators, including weaning.</li><li>
Assists with endotracheal intubation and performs extubations.</li><li>
Participates in CPR, patient transport, and monitoring.</li><li>
Inspects chest X-Ray to determine presence of abnormalities, artificial airway position and other conditions.</li><li>
Maintains a patent airway by providing adequate humidification, and oral/nasopharyngeal airway suctioning.</li><li>
Performs and evaluates diagnostic studies to include bedside spirometry, pulmonary mechanics and blood gas analysis</li><li>
Performs and monitors moderately complex testing as related to the blood gas lab, sample collection, sample analysis, reporting of results and maintenance procedures.</li><li>
Performs EKG&rsquo;s as needed, including transmission of results</li><li>
Appropriate patient/family education is provided based on assessed needs with appropriate documentation.</li><li>
Verifies, prepares and administers medication to patients. Identifies patient prior to administration. Reports medication errors and significant drug reactions to appropriate individuals with appropriate documentation.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Respiratory Care Manager/Director and/or Supervisor.</li></ul><p></p><p>
</p><p></p><p><b>What qualifications you will need:</b></p><ul><li>
Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)</li><li>
Associate Degree</li><li>
Vocational School Graduate</li></ul><p></p><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center is a <b>445+ bed acute care hospital located in the heart of central Houston</b>, adjacent to the Medical Center and Museum District, and provides quality care for the greater Houston area. Established in 1975, our hospital has been serving Houston for more than 40 years. We provide a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, bariatrics, orthopedics, neurology, emergency care and more. Our comprehensive medical specialties are here to offer individualized care to every individual that walks through our doors. We also offer 24/7 emergency services and two intensive care units: surgical intensive care unit (SICU) and medical intensive care unit (MICU). We are an accredited <b>Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Center</b> and an accredited <b>Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI</b>. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br>
<br>
<p></p><p>&quot;The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder</p>
<p>If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. <b>Unlock the possibilities and apply today!</b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT

<p></p><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Introduction</b></h5><p>
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for our RRT - Nights opening with HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h5><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br>
</li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br>
</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br>
</li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br>
</li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br>
</li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br>
</li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br>
</li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br>
</li><li>Colleague recognition program<br>
</li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br>
</li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b><br>
</p><p>We are seeking a(an) RRT - Nights for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p></p><p>
The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.</p><p><b><br>
What you will do in this role:</b></p><ul><br>
<li>
You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.</li><br>
<li>
You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.</li><br>
<li>
You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.</li><br>
<li>
You will monitor patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.</li><br>
<li>
You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.</li><br>
<li>
You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required.</li></ul><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What qualifications you will need:</b></h6><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP)</li><li>
State Registered Respiratory Therapist</li><li>
Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree</li></ul><p></p><p>
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest is a <b>415+ bed acute care hospital</b> that has been serving the north Houston communities for more than 40 years, providing a wide range of medical services including cardiology, maternity care, <b>Level III NICU</b>, pediatrics, bariatrics and neurology. We comprehensively serve our community by employing expert physicians, specialists, nurses and support staff who work together as a unified team to offer a range of diagnostic treatment and support services. From our 24-hour emergency department with <b>Level II Trauma</b> capabilities, to women&rsquo;s services, to cardiology, we are dedicated to improving the health of our community by delivering exceptional, personalized healthcare. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br>
<br>
<p>&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder<br>
</p><p>If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our RRT - Nights opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. <b>We are interviewing apply today!</b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Harris Health

<div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h2>
<div><div><div>Career area</div>
<div>Cardiopulmonary/Neuro</div>
</div><div><div>Position Type</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Pay</div>
<div>$38.21 - $49.69</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Ben Taub Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States</div>
</div><div><div>Job ID</div>
<div>179482</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Harris Health is a nationally recognized health system comprising three teaching hospitals and an extensive network of ambulatory care centers serving the people of Harris County, Texas, since 1966. Staffed by the faculty, fellows and residents from two nationally ranked medical schools, Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), Harris Health is the first healthcare system in Houston to receive the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) designation for its network of patient-centered medical homes.</p><p>
Each year, Harris Health provides more than 1.8 million total outpatient visits through its more than 40 ambulatory care facilities. Additionally, Harris Health sees more than 177,000 emergency visits at its Level 1 and Level 3 trauma centers and 35,000 hospital admissions through its three hospitals: Ben Taub, LBJ and Quentin Mease.</p><p>
Established by voter referendum to enhance the level of charity care available in the community, Harris Health System has often received national recognition for serving those in need and for its achievements in operational excellence, such as being named to the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Most Wired Hospitals lists by the American Hospital Association&rsquo;s <i>Hospitals &amp; Health Networks magazine.</i></p><p>
Additionally, Harris Health System is pleased that each of its three hospitals &mdash; Ben Taub, Lyndon B. Johnson and Quentin Mease &mdash; achieved Pathway to Excellence&trade; designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.</p></div><div><div>
Job Summary<br>
A RCP III is a Registered Respiratory Therapist who has been validated by successful completion of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) requirements for professional RCP license by the Texas Medical Board and have minimum of 4 years of work experience in respiratory care.
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An RCP III is an advanced respiratory therapist who actively role models the behaviors associated with the art and science of Respiratory Care. An RCP III mentors others (therapists, physicians, nurses) and creates an environment for the delivery of safe patient care by being recognized as an expert in various modalities of Respiratory Care. They assist others (therapists, physicians, nurses) in developing their skills and knowledge regarding various respiratory modalities.<br>
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Minimum Qualifications<br>
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Degrees:<br>
Associates Degree; Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or other accrediting body approved by the Advisory Board.
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Bachelor's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Respiratory Care program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or other accrediting body approved by the Advisory Board<br>
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Licenses &amp; Certifications:<br>
<ul><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care.</li><li>Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association (AHA)
</li><li>ACLS from the American Heart Association (AHA)
</li><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Texas Medical Board</li><li>-NRP from American Association of Pediatrics (AAP) is required if working on Neonatal Unit</li></ul><br>
Work Experience:
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Four (4) Years Work Experience in a Respiratory Care Department as a practicing therapist in the; IMU, Emergency Center and All Adult ICUs (Or) Neonatal ICU.<br>
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Language Skills: Bilingual preferred<br>
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Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing /Composing (Reports)
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Job Attributes
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Work Schedule: Weekends; Twelve hour shifts, Holidays; Rotating</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner III - F/T - Ben Taub Hospital

<div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h2>
<div><div><div>Career area</div>
<div>Cardiopulmonary/Neuro</div>
</div><div><div>Position Type</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Pay</div>
<div>$38.21 - $49.69</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital, Houston, TX 77026, United States</div>
</div><div><div>Job ID</div>
<div>179535</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Harris Health is a nationally recognized health system comprising three teaching hospitals and an extensive network of ambulatory care centers serving the people of Harris County, Texas, since 1966. Staffed by the faculty, fellows and residents from two nationally ranked medical schools, Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), Harris Health is the first healthcare system in Houston to receive the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) designation for its network of patient-centered medical homes.</p><p>
Each year, Harris Health provides more than 1.8 million total outpatient visits through its more than 40 ambulatory care facilities. Additionally, Harris Health sees more than 177,000 emergency visits at its Level 1 and Level 3 trauma centers and 35,000 hospital admissions through its three hospitals: Ben Taub, LBJ and Quentin Mease.</p><p>
Established by voter referendum to enhance the level of charity care available in the community, Harris Health System has often received national recognition for serving those in need and for its achievements in operational excellence, such as being named to the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Most Wired Hospitals lists by the American Hospital Association's <i>Hospitals &amp; Health Networks magazine.</i></p><p>
Additionally, Harris Health System is pleased that each of its three hospitals ' Ben Taub, Lyndon B. Johnson and Quentin Mease ' achieved Pathway to Excellence' designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.</p></div><div><div>
Job Summary<br>
A RCP III is a Registered Respiratory Therapist who has been validated by successful completion of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) requirements for professional RCP license by the Texas Medical Board and have minimum of 4 years of work experience in respiratory care.
<br>
An RCP III is an advanced respiratory therapist who actively role models the behaviors associated with the art and science of Respiratory Care. An RCP III mentors others (therapists, physicians, nurses) and creates an environment for the delivery of safe patient care by being recognized as an expert in various modalities of Respiratory Care. They assist others (therapists, physicians, nurses) in developing their skills and knowledge regarding various respiratory modalities.<br>
<br>
Minimum Qualifications<br>
<br>
Degrees:<br>
Associates Degree; Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or other accrediting body approved by the Advisory Board.
<br>
Bachelor's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Respiratory Care program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or other accrediting body approved by the Advisory Board<br>
<br>
Licenses &amp; Certifications:<br>
<ul><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care.</li><li>Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association (AHA)
</li><li>ACLS from the American Heart Association (AHA)
</li><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Texas Medical Board</li><li>-NRP from American Association of Pediatrics (AAP) is required if working on Neonatal Unit</li></ul><br>
Work Experience:
<br>
Four (4) Years Work Experience in a Respiratory Care Department as a practicing therapist in the; IMU, Emergency Center and All Adult ICUs (Or) Neonatal ICU.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Language Skills: Bilingual preferred<br>
<br>
Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing /Composing (Reports)
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Job Attributes
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Work Schedule: Weekends; Twelve hour shifts, Holidays; Rotating</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner III (Nights) - Neonatal & Adult - LBJ

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