Respiratory TherapistPosition Summary:
Functions as a direct patient care giver under the supervision of a Supervisor or assigned Team Leader.
Licensure:
Holds a current Texas license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
Credentials:
Holds a current Respiratory Therapist credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Certified Respiratory Therapist credential accepted (RRT eligible); Registered Respiratory Therapist credential preferred. Minimum of Associates Degree in Respiratory.
Certifications: If Required Check and Initial
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American
Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department.
Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire or transfer to department.
STABLE Completion within 6 months of hire or transfer to department.
Neonatal Pediatric Specialty credentials within 18 months of hire.
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