Respiratory Therapist (RRT) FT Edinburg
UHS
Summary
Performs routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures. Maintains respiratory equipment. Assures ventilator and life support equipment are operable. Provides routine respiratory patient assessment. Performs some invasive procedures such as ABGs and will assist with intubation.
Job description
Position Summary
Performs routine and intensive therapy and diagnostic procedures. Maintains respiratory equipment. Assures ventilator and life support equipment are operable. Provides routine respiratory patient assessment. Performs some invasive procedures such as ABGs and will assist with intubation.
Qualifications
- Must be licensed by the State of Texas to perform Respiratory Care under the guidelines of the Respiratory Care Practitioners Act and holds a temporary permit until such permanent (RCP) license is obtained.
- Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.
Education / Licensure
- High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Program and eligibility through the N.B.R.C. via a certification program (traditional or non-traditional) or at least one year clinical experience in all modes of respiratory care (credit for course work in school allowed).
- Currently licensed by the state of Texas as RRT.
- Must have and maintain a current BLS certification in accordance with the AHA Healthcare Provider's Program.
- Must have and maintain a current ACLS certification in accordance with the AHA Healthcare Provider's Program.
- PALS and NRP within six (6) months of the hire date and current thereafter, in accordance with the AHA Healthcare Provider's Program.
Requirements
- Licensed by the State of Texas to perform Respiratory Care (RCP) or holds a temporary permit until permanent license is obtained
- High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Program and eligibility through the NBRC
- At least one year clinical experience in all modes of respiratory care (or credit for course work in school)
- Currently licensed by the state of Texas as RRT
- Current BLS certification (AHA Healthcare Provider's Program)
- Current ACLS certification (AHA Healthcare Provider's Program)
- PALS and NRP within six months of hire date and current thereafter
- Commitment to compliance program and code of conduct
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.