Job Description

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides respiratory care to patients. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

• Performs all aspects of respiratory care to include diagnostic test of the cardio-pulmonary system; performs quality control on all respiratory care equipment to include blood gas analyzers.

Education:

• Required: Graduate of an AMA accredited respiratory care program.
• Alabama - Minimum Education Requirements: Graduate of a CoArc approved program (or successor organization), eligible to sit for CRT/RRT exam and holding a temporary license issued by the State of Alabama.
  * Work experience may NOT substitute for minimum education requirement.

Experience:

• Preferred: Prior experience

Certifications:

• Required: RCP or equivalent State licensure. AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NRP (if serves neonatal).
• Preferred: RRT
• Alabama - Minimum Certification Requirements: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NRP (if serves neonatal). State Respiratory Therapy License and Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required upon hire. If Temporarily Licensed via Alabama Board for Respiratory Therapy, CRT or RRT must be obtained prior to expiration of temporary license.
• Preferred: RRT
• STABLE

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Embark on a rewarding career with Valley Baptist - Harlingen hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status