Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary

Ascension Providence is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and evaluating the respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate the respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Texas Respiratory Care Practitioners Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Respiratory Care Practitioner provisional/temporary license will be accepted until license is issued.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension Providence, based in Waco, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1905. As a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system, we offer a wide range of benefits and opportunities for growth and development.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all associates and applicants.