Houston Methodist

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Hunters Creek Village, TX, 77024

Part Time, Full Time

$29.71 per hour

Posted 10 days ago

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At Houston Methodist, the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) position is responsible for performing routine respiratory care procedures as assigned, varying in complexity which include, but are not limited to, preparation, administration and monitoring of medication and treatment modalities and gas therapy, ventilator support, spirometry and assistance with bronchoscopy. This position may perform diagnostic testing of the cardiac respiratory system, as appropriate. As a member of the direct patient care team, the RCP position provides direct assistance to physicians and other care health professionals, with respiratory care-related procedures within the scope of the professional licensure. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to standards and guidelines established by respiratory and regulatory agencies and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the inter-professional team by using progressive skills in therapeutic communication and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner, which includes active listening and teaching

Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter

Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Serves as a patient advocate in preventing/resolving ethical issues. Facilitates interventions to relieve the patient's/family spiritual distress

Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs respiratory care to include but not limited to: arterial blood gas and analysis, pulse oximetry, spirometry and flow volume loops, lung volume determination, airway resistance measurement, breath diffusion capacity, bronchoprovocation testing, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures, bronchodilator administration, diagnostic radiology procedures. Prepares, administers and monitors treatment modalities and medication delivery. Implements, monitors and evaluates ventilator support

Performs other procedures and tests as needed and if assigned, such as Electrocardiograms, Holter's, and Arterial Blood Gas

Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various respiratory care concepts to maximize performance, which includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired results and recognizes complications / limitations associated with certain procedures. Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes

Uses peer-to-peer accountability to contribute towards improving department score for patient satisfaction

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance and quality control on all equipment and analyzers per department guidelines, documenting activities. Assembles, prepares, cleans and operates bronchoscopy equipment, monitoring equipment and accessories in accordance with manufacturing recommendations and department guidelines. Reports malfunctions

Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability and reliability of results; takes corrective action and involves others as needed toward achievement of this end

Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities and to meet department and hospital targets for quality and safety, focusing on the task at hand and reporting near misses, and inputing errors promptly into Patient Safety Net to improve processes and identify trends

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accurately documents all patient care and respiratory-related activities and procedures in the appropriate documentation system. Enters charges at the time service is delivered

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Participates in practice projects focused on innovation, efficiency or improvement in patient care and activities. Embraces and enacts new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community

Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section

WORK EXPERIENCE

one year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) AND
RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure AND
BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) -- Current incumbents have one year to obtain from effective date of job description within 90 days

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA) -- depending on area assigned AND
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation -- depending on area assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to maintain patient and exam documents

Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

Demonstrates time management skills

Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform No
Scrubs Yes
Business professional No
Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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Yes, a Respiratory Care Practitioner is required to renew their certificate annually.

To become a Respiratory Care Practitioner, typically, you need to complete an associate's or bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program, pass the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) exam administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), and obtain a state license. Some positions may require additional certifications or advanced degrees.

No, a Respiratory Care Practitioner is not a doctor. They are healthcare professionals who specialize in the care of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, but they are not medical doctors (MDs) or doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs). They work under the supervision of physicians.

A Respiratory Care Practitioner is a healthcare professional specialized in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the cardiopulmonary system. They provide care for patients with breathing or other respiratory issues, such as asthma, emphysema, or cystic fibrosis. They often work in hospitals, clinics, or home care settings.

A Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction or impairment. This includes providing life support, administering medications, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients and families about lung diseases and treatments.

A licensed respiratory care practitioner is a healthcare professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating cardiopulmonary disorders. They provide care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary problems, such as asthma, emphysema, or cystic fibrosis. They often work in hospitals, clinics, or home health care settings.

A Respiratory Care Practitioner is a healthcare professional specialized in caring for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. They provide direct patient care, perform diagnostic tests, develop and implement treatment plans, and educate patients on lung health.

To become a Respiratory Care Practitioner, typically, one needs to complete an associate's or bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program, pass the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) exam administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), and obtain state licensure. Some positions may require additional certifications or advanced degrees.

A Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is not the same as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). While both work in the field of respiratory care, an RCP is a broader term that can encompass various levels of respiratory care professionals, whereas an RRT is a specific level of certification for respiratory therapists, typically requiring additional education and experience.