Respiratory Therapist

1 month ago

Sweetwater, United States MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc Full time
Respiratory Therapist
Full-Time | Night Shift Position

MLR is partnering with a respected healthcare system to recruit a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time, night shift position. This role involves working every other weekend and follows a rotating schedule. If you are passionate about respiratory care and ready to make a significant impact in a clinical setting, this opportunity is for you.

Job Summary:
  • Full-time, permanent, direct hire position.
  • Assess, treat, and care for patients with respiratory and breathing disorders.
  • Take primary responsibility for respiratory care procedures and treatments.
  • Supervise and mentor respiratory therapy students and new graduates.
  • Perform therapeutic procedures, maintain accurate patient records, and operate respiratory care equipment.
  • Ensure proper assembly, inspection, and functioning of respiratory therapy equipment.
Respiratory Therapist Qualifications:
  • Graduate of a Registry-Level Respiratory Care Program.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC.
  • State of Texas licensure in Respiratory Care.
  • Active status with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) under the Continuing Competency Program (CCP).
  • Graduate therapists must obtain CRT credentials and then RRT credentials within one year of graduation; failure to do so will result in reassignment as a Respiratory Care Practitioner until achieved.
  • BLS certification required before patient contact.
  • ACLS certification to be completed within six months of hire.
  • ENPC or PALS certification to be completed within one year of hire.
  • NRP certification to be completed within one year of hire.
Benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan.
  • BLS certification (required before patient contact).
  • ACLS certification (to be completed within 6 months of hire).
  • ENPC or PALS certification (to be completed within 1 year of hire).
  • NRP certification (to be completed within 1 year of hire).
Benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan.