Respiratory Therapist - $32-47 per hour
Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Respiratory
Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas.Job Description &
Requirements
At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high
quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for
every member of our community. When we say every member of our
community, that includes our employees. We know that when our
employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to
create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety,
compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance
your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier
communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a
part of our team.Job SummaryJob DescriptionCome work for the best
hospital in town!!!- Recognized as one of the nation's top five
large health systems.- Texas' largest not-for-profit health system-
Competitive pay and great first day benefits- Consistently voted by
employees as one of Houston's best places to workBASIC FUNCTION:
Position responsible for administering basic and advanced
therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including arterial blood
gases, neonatal procedures, trauma care and ventilator transports,
to patients with respiratory disorders, including patients in adult
and neonatal critical care units. Function as a resource to RCP I.
Participates and leads advanced patient education. Be actively
involved in departmental quality program.Must be able to
demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the patient served. He/she must demonstrate
knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates
to the different life cycles.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:1. Education:
Bachelor degree preferred in Respiratory Care2. Experience: Minimum
of 1+ years experience with 6 months of critical care experience.3.
Licenses/Certifications: CRT or RRT required. Current Respiratory
Care Practitioner License. BCLS and 1 of the following: ACLS, PALS,
NRP, CPFT, RPFT, RPSGT, Asthma Certified Educator, NRP Instructor,
ACLS Instructor, PALS Instructor or CPR Instructor.4. The position
requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds;
prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting. Fine
hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral
and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in
writing are also necessary. The visual ability to monitor
instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric
characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics
are essential to this position.5. Demonstrates commitment to the
Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all
internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand
promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability,
empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring
one Memorial Hermann.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:1. Performs duties
in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer
service/satisfaction, while promoting safety, cost efficiency, and
a commitment to the CQI process. Perform respiratory care quality
assurance problem solving and take appropriate actions.2. Performs
respiratory care procedures: administers medical gases, humidifiers
and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes according to
advanced skills check-off for RCP II. Conducts advanced patient
education per skills check-off.3. Takes and follows verbal
treatment orders from physicians in administering drugs and
medications to the cardiopulmonary system of patients. Evaluates
treatment program, results and takes appropriate action.4. Performs
the following: patient assessment, interpret arterial blood gases,
pulmonary function testing, hemodynamics and chest x-rays as
indicated in skills check-off for RCP II. Develop respiratory care
plan and make recommendations for patient management. Serve as a
resource person to RCP I.5. Communicates effectively with
professional colleagues. Manages time effectively. Documents
appropriately in the medical records and completes other
documentation duties accurately and efficiently according to
policies and procedures.6. Ensures safe care to patients, adhering
to policies, procedures and standards, within budgetary
specifications, including time management, supply management,
productivity and accuracy of practice. Participates in the
evaluation of new respiratory care equipment.7. Remain current in
respiratory care through continuing education, participation in
in-service training, and review of journals. Conducts inter and
intradepartmental respiratory care in-services at least once a year
to patients, staff, hospital, system or to the community.8. Ensures
safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial
Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary
specifications including time management, supply management,
productivity and quality of service.9. Promotes individual
professional growth and development by meeting requirements for
mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports
department-based goals which contribute to the success of the
organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less
experienced staff.10. Other duties as assigned.--Memorial Hermann
Health System Job ID #100160632. Posted job title: respiratory
therapist- nightsAbout Memorial Hermann Health SystemCompany
Overview:Charting a better future. A future that's built upon the
HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial
Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many
diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and
33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe,
evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and
outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery
sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in
Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and
nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals
and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located
throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical
Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and
serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School
at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best
interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million
annually through school-based health centers and other community
benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of
our community will be at the center of what we do - charting a
better future for all.
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and
has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including
Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann
Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation
Hospital-Katy.
Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit,
values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving
health.
Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations
to come.
Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to
being the best healthcare provider, employer and
partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's
lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility:
We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize
safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act
bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes
for patients, consumers, partners and the community.Benefits
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