Certified Respiratory Therapist

Company: Methodist Hospital Northeast
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Description Introduction 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) Certified Respiratory Therapist today with Methodist Hospital Northeast.Benefits Methodist Hospital Northeast, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: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 telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.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.Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny\nFree counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing\nFamily support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts\n401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nRetirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships\nEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)\nColleague recognition program\nTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)\n Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.\n Come join our team as a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!Job Summary and Qualifications As a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), you will perform the daily routine/critical care and diagnostic procedures as ordered by the Physician. Further, you will be responsible for performing basic equipment maintenance, quality control measures, and other administrative, technical, or miscellaneous relevant tasks as might be required. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you. We want you to apply now! What you will do in this role: You will demonstrate knowledge, clinical application and indications for various Oxygen and Aerosol Therapeutic RegimensYou will demonstrate knowledge, clinical application and indications for Airway Pressure Therapy techniquesYou will demonstrate knowledge clinical application and indications for Chest Percussion and Postural Drainage techniquesYou will demonstrate knowledge and techniques of patient assessment, including auscultation and Pulse OximetryYou will demonstrate knowledge and clinical application of the Volume Ventilators, both Invasive and Noninvasive Ventilation, and orient to Ventilator used at this facility in first 90 daysWhat qualifications you will need: Minimum of one year clinical experience, which may have been during student clinical rotationAssociate's Degree from accredited Respiratory Care Program or equivalentCurrent Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) authority of National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) authority of Texas Medical BoardBasic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 90 days of hire This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved). Methodist Hospital Northeast is a 232 bed, full service hospital. We are home to the Joint Replacement Academy. We offer the latest treatment options for knee and hip pain. We house an impressive neurosurgical program. This program offers services from elective spine surgeries to advanced and comprehensive brain and spine care. \n We are recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association as a Certified Primary Stroke Center. We handle patients with urgency. We are acknowledged by the American College of Cardiology as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCIa. All complaints are handled crucially. We are identified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for having a Pathway to Excellence Program. We dedicate resources to our employees. We have received the Mission: Lifeline - Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award. This is awarded for implementing specific quality improvements. These measures were outlined by the American Heart Association. The improvements impact the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks. This was outlined by the Texas Award for Performance Excellence. We have been nationally recognized by Leapfrog's Hospital Safety Grade A. "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."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.\nHCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Certified Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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