Respiratory Therapist PRN (PM shift)
Company: Methodist Health System
Location: Southlake
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Hours of Work : Days Of Week : Work Shift : PRN (United States
of America) Job Description : Your Job: The Registered Respiratory
Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and
diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT's, and various forms of
ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene
therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be
proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory
treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are
performed under the indirect supervision of the department's
medical director, according to departmental policies and
procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills,
understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups;
and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based
on age, sex, race and culture. Your Job Requirements: • Graduate of
an accredited Respiratory Care Program • Current Basic Life Support
certification required • Current Advanced Cardio Life Support
certification required • NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support -
must obtain within 1 year of hire • Currently licensed in good
standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care • At least
6 months respiratory care experience. Your Job Responsibilities: •
Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration
and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive
Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest
physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation. • Performs and
reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include
arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function
studies, and electrocardiograms. • Prepares a treatment evaluation
to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient
interview and a review of patient's medical record. • Perform
appropriate actions using critical thinking skills. • Must be able
to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT's when reviewing patient data. •
Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary
equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen
analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers. •
Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and
quality assurance. • Performs required cleaning and maintenance of
all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas. • Utilizes
appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and
improved patient satisfaction. • Perform other job duties as
required Methodist Southlake Medical Center is a 54-bed, acute care
hospital serving Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, and northeastern
Tarrant County in North Texas. Designed to expand as the community
grows, we have 11 operating suites, two endoscopy suites, a
diagnostic and interventional catheterization lab, and a newly
expanded emergency department with 12 exam rooms. We provide a full
complement of services, from emergency care and advanced surgery to
imaging. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the
communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all
groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the
distinctions we've earned: 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by
Becker's Hospital Review , 2023 Top 10 Military Friendly Employer,
Gold Designation, 2023 Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer,
2023 Cardiac catheterization lab Robotic surgery capabilities
SPECT/CT and nuclear medicine capabilities
Keywords: Methodist Health System, Lewisville , Respiratory Therapist PRN (PM shift), Healthcare , Southlake, Texas
