Registered Respiratory Therapist

　　SIGN-ON-BONUS $15,000.00

　　# 1 Ranked Teaching Hospital in America!

　　Location(s) : BSW Temple Medical Center

　　Schedule: FT Day Position ( 12 hour shifts)

　　oin a winning team of Registered Respiratory Therapist professionals! Fortune magazine released its Top 100 Hospitals list for 2023, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple was ranked No. 1 in America for teaching hospitals.

　　Or diverse culture of learning and growth has opportunities for graduates and experienced Registered Respiratory Therapists across Central and North Texas.

　　Baylor Scott & White has been certified as a “Great Place To Work”, and is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas.

　　Temple Memorial Hospital

　　Level 1 Trauma Center

　　#1 Ranked Teaching Facility in America

　　Clinical Coach Program

　　Annual EU Symposium sponsored by Respiratory Department

　　ECMO Team / RRT staffed

　　FT on-site Educator

　　Growth Opportunities

　　JOB SUMMARY

　　The Registered Respiratory Therapist will partner as part of a collective team in a thriving culture of learning and advancement, leveraging various scientific values, therapies, and techniques to optimize patient care and outcomes.

　　BENEFITS

　　Our competitive benefits package includes the following

　　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

　　Note: Benefits may vary bon upon position type and/or level

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

　　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), in partnership with attending physician and care team. Care is administered in a quality manner of excellence that is in accordance with established procedures. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.

　　Adheres to established policies including but not limited to infection control and isolation policies, HIPAA, time and attendance, and social media.

　　Performs willingly and professionally with peers and patients to maintain the very best work environment and outcomes.

　　Embraces the autonomy to grow and enhance skills such that professional and technical requirements are accomplished.

　　Focuses on continuous quality improvement in all of the aspects of clinical care, identifying, executing, and sharing opportunities to improve patient care.

　　KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

　　General knowledge of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment, and medications.

　　Able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.

　　Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

　　General computer skills, including but not limited to: data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand-held scanning, and email.

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

　　EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

　　CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - 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.

　　As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.