OverviewSt. Lukes Health–Sugar Land Hospital offers the latest technology and treatments for residents of Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston. Our services range from heart care and neuroscience to robotic surgery. Our recently opened Family Birthing Center offers incomparable care and amenities in a spa-like environment to provide a VIP—Very Important Pregnancy—experience. Since 2008 our experienced doctors nurses and support staff have provided expert care to support our community.ResponsibilitiesProvides care to those suffering from acute and chronic respiratory problems. This care includes treatment, management, control, and diagnostic evaluation of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.
Administering therapy modalities which include, but are not limited to, Hand held Nebulizer (HHN), HHN via metered dose inhaler (HHN/MDI), Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV), Chest Physical Therapy (CPT), Pentamidine therapy. Medication administration may be included during these therapy modalities
Administering medical gas therapy including oxygen and Helium-Oxygen Therapy (HeO2).
Performing ventilation therapies, including maintenance and management of life support systems. These therapies are comprised of non-invasive and invasive ventilation therapies, as well as transport of ventilator patients to diagnostic procedures
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring, transcutaneous monitoring, capnography, and pulse oximetry and sleep apnea assessment.
Performs specialized procedures which including but are not limited to, CPR, bronchial lavage, transport, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, artificial and tracheostomy airway care, and body mechanics/ambulation. Permanent or temporary assignment may be made to the Pulmonary Function Lab to perform diagnostic procedures to identify and quantify dysfunction by spirometry, gas diffusion, and body plethysmography
Documenting all patient care accurately and completely in the required departmental documentation system
Serve as resource to certified respiratory therapists, preceptor for new employees, and respiratory care students
May serve as charge therapist in running the shift in absence of the supervisor
Cleans and assembles equipment, and ensures supply stock levels to meet patient care commitments.
Educates and instructs patient, patient's family, and team members on therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to ensure excellent communication to all customers.
Participates in hospital/departmental quality projects that enhance their skills and patient care outcomes.
QualificationsRequired:Completion of respiratory care degree programRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by the State of Texas (RCP)Based on location assignment may also require BLS/ACLS/ and or PALSExperience:None requiredPreferred:Prior work experience as a Respiratory Therapist or Aide desiredNICU experienceNRP certificationPay Range$27.77 - $40.27 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.