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Summary:

The shift leader will be responsible for shift assignments, ABG Quality Control and for assuring that when triage of patient and treatments is necessary it is done according to policy. Responsible for providing Respiratory Care in accordance with policy and procedures. Oversight and support of staff therapists to assure quality patient care at all times. Responsible for documentation and charges for the Respiratory Care Department. This is an advanced practitioner position and should be an individual who works well without direct supervision.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an American Medical Association approved Registered Respiratory Therapist Program will assure minimum job knowledge and clinical skills.
• Must pass RRT exam within 12 months of hire and/or promotion date.
• Basic computer knowledge. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Previous experience as a respiratory therapist in an acute care required. 
• Must have at least one year experience and have accountable knowledge of skills to function without direct supervision.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Texas RCP license required. BCLS required.

Work Type:

Full Time

Night shift 

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About CHRISTUS Health

CHRISTUS HEALTH is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of almost more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS operates in 6 U.S. states, Colombia, Chile and 6 states in Mexico. To support our health care ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on medical staffs who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.

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