Respiratory Therapist PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health
- Waco, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Location: BSW Hillcrest Hospital, Waco, Texas
- Schedule: PRN Variable Shifts
- Performs and directs the administration of respiratory care services (including but not limited to oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, inhaled medication, airway clearance, invasive and non-invasive ventilation and bedside spirometry), as ordered by a patients attending physician, in a quality manner that is in accordance with established procedures. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.
- Reviews physician’s orders, examines patient’s diagnostic test results and provides appropriate therapy based on the patients current clinical condition. If appropriate, implements approved protocols as directed by physician.
- Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy prioritizing patient needs in a rapidly changing environment.
- Instructs patient in the use of various respiratory care equipment in a thorough and professional manner. Assesses patient response to therapy and coaches the patient to improve technique.
- Documents all treatments and therapies given, any supplies used, and accurately files all corresponding charges. Reports outcomes of therapeutic interventions and makes recommendations as appropriate.
- Adheres to established policies including but not limited to infection control and isolation policies, HIPPA, time and attendance and social media.
- Works willingly and professionally with other employees, healthcare professionals and students.
- Takes responsibility and initiative to know and complete any professional or technical requirements set by leadership.
- Incorporates values continuous quality improvement in all of aspects of clinical care, identifying opportunities as appropriate.
- General knowledge of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment and medications.
- Must be able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.
- Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
- Must have critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- General computer skills, including but not limited to data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning and email.
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
 Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer. Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP). Reg Respiratory Therapist (RRT): Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care.