Registered Respiratory Therapist $10K Sign On

Killeen, TX
AdventHealth Central Texas
  • Job Schedule: Full-time

  • Pay Range: $28.139 - $42.208

  • Job ID: 24020140

  • Job Family: Respiratory Services

  • Shift: 3 - Night

A job at AdventHealth Central Texas is so much more than a paycheck. It’s an opportunity to change the lives of the people in our communities; to share your skills, talents and experiences with patients and colleagues. And it’s the chance to learn, grow and accomplish more than you ever thought possible. We’re honored to offer medical jobs in Killeen for all roles in our facilities — from Killeen nurses, medical assistants and nurse assistants to patient care and health administration professionals. Learn more and start your career at AdventHealth Central Texas.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

· Sign On Bonus for Full Time roles

· Benefits from Day One

· Paid Days Off from Day One

· Student Loan Repayment Program

· Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Shift : Nights 3 x 12's

Location: AHCT 2201 S Clear Creek Rd., Killeen, TX 76549

The community you’ll be caring for:

§ Located in the heart of Texas, AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook provide care for the citizens of Bell, Coryell and Lampasas counties.

§ Both AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook are committed to reinvesting in the community by offering the services, technologies, and facilities to set the standard with the continually changing healthcare industry.

§ As a member of our team of more than 1,000 employees you will enjoy competitive salaries, exceptional benefits and opportunities for growth while working in an environment that is centered around our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ.

The role you’ll contribute: The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for providing basic and advanced respiratory services to infant, pediatric, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. The RRT performs routine respiratory clinical care including medication administration, arterial puncture, breathing exercises and retraining, initiation and monitoring of oxygen therapy and pulse oximeters. In addition, the RRT performs critical care duties including the initiation of, management, and discontinuation of mechanical ventilation, endotracheal intubation assist, airway care and attendance at deliveries and cardiopulmonary resuscitations dependent upon the RRT level of professional development attained. May perform routine and emergency care for age categories infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

  • Receives and provides report regarding progress of all patients receiving therapy

  • Prioritizes work appropriately and ensures all work completed

  • Interacts with all members of the health care team to assure efficient problem resolution

  • Assess need for and initiates oxygen therapy, assessing efficacy and appropriateness through use of physical assessment, Spo2 and arterial blood gas sampling and interaction.

  • Works closely with nurses and physicians to aid with all aspects of patient care.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Minimum qualifications :

  • Successfully passed the Registered Respiratory Therapist exam with the National Board for Respiratory Care approved by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoArc) or a successor accrediting authority

  • Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the state of Texas

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care

  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • ACLS, PALS, NRP Certifications preferred

  • Active AARC Membership preferred

  • Experience in an acute care setting preferred

  • Experience in ED, ICU, and neonatal settings preferred

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Respiratory Services

Organization: AdventHealth Central Texas

Shift: 3 - Night

Req ID: 24020140

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

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