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Job Description
Join Houston Methodist as a Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner, where you will perform advanced respiratory procedures and mentor upcoming professionals. This role offers the opportunity to work independently in a high-stakes environment, ensuring optimal patient care and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Perform advanced respiratory procedures such as intubation and ECMO
Mentor and train junior staff and students
Coordinate activities within the respiratory department
Provide patient education and evaluate comprehension
Ensure quality, safety, and compliance with departmental guidelines
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an approved education program for Respiratory Care
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Texas Medical Board
Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)
Basic Life Support (AHA)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA)
Four years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, with at least two in critical care
Preferred Qualifications
Neonatal experience
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA)
Neonatal Resuscitation within 90 days
Registered Respiratory Therapist Adult Critical Care Specialty (NBRC)