Respiratory Therapist Certified

Under the guidance of the Market Director of Respiratory Services, established departmental policies and procedures, and specific instructions, the Certified Respiratory Therapist provides care to those suffering from acute and chronic respiratory problems. Maintains patient safety through attention to detail, equipment safety checks, adherence to department policies, and effective communication with physicians, staff and patients. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Assists patients with basic patient care needs. 

Position Responsibilities:

1. Delivers care to individuals in all age categories including geriatric adult and adolescents and  acts as a physician's assistant in consulting on specific patient care for respiratory therapy procedures.
2. Practices the profession of Respiratory Care as a member of the healthcare team in a manner for which the main consideration is the patients, physicians, peers, visitors and other professionals.
3. Works in all patient care areas including critical and non-critical locations
4. Works to reflect the highest achievable quality as defined by departmental and professional standards.
5. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with CHI St Luke’s Health Memorial Mission & Vision. 
6. Participates in hospital/departmental quality projects that enhance their skills and patient care outcomes.
7. Participates in hospital/departmental educational programs as required.
8. Accountable for certifications and records required for job.
9. Will represent CHI St. Luke’s Health in physician, community relations and vendors in a professional/accountable manner.
10. Administers therapy modalities which include, Hand held Nebulizer (HHN), HHN via metered dose inhaler (HHN/MDI), Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV), Chest Physical Therapy (CPT), Pentamidine therapy.
11. Administers medical gas therapy including oxygen and Helium-Oxygen Therapy (HeO2. 
12. Performs ventilation therapies, including maintenance and management of life support systems, comprised of non-invasive and invasive ventilation therapies, as well as transport of ventilator patients to diagnostic procedures.
13. Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, apnea monitoring, capnography, and pulse oximetry.
14. Performs specialized procedures which include CPR, bronchial lavage, transport, artificial and tracheostomy airway care, and ambulation.
15. Documents all patient care accurately and completely in the required departmental documentation system.
16. Serves as resource to respiratory therapists, preceptor for new employees, and respiratory care students.

Education Required

• High School Diploma/GED
• Completion of a Respiratory Care Degree Program, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care

Licensure Required

• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) by the Texas Medical Board (TMB

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• BLS certification (through an approved AHA program

• ACLS certification (through an approved AHA program) *Must be obtained within 90 days of hire &/or transfer into position

Work Experience Required

None

We are offering a $10,000 Sign On Bonus to new hires that meet the eligibility requirements. 

St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital in Lufkin, TX, paves the way for quality innovative health care in East Texas. With hospitals in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, St. Luke’s Health provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and a team of specialized physicians focused on General and Interventional Cardiology, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedics, including Total Joint Replacement and Spine Care.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Matching Retirement Programs 
• Wellness Programs