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• Your Job:In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging Certified Respiratory Therapist position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Respiratory Therapist consistently performs evidence based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing in accordance with physician orders and evidence based protocols.Your Job Requirements:• Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) by the state of Texas• Current Basic Life Support certification required• Advanced Cardio Life Support, NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support where applicable certification - must obtain within 1 year of hire)• Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care must be Registry eligible and obtain Registered status within 6 months of hire• At least 6 months respiratory care experienceYour Job Responsibilities:• Communicate clearly and openly• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment• Be accountable for your performance• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience• Take initiative for your professional growth• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

• Additional Job DescriptionAdditional Job DescriptionJob Purpose:• The Respiratory Therapist consistently performs evidence based pulmonary care and diagnostic testing in accordance with physician orders and evidence based protocols.• Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.Age Specific Care Considerations• Adults: 18+ years - 35 years• Adults: 35+ years - 65 years• Adults: 65+ years• Children D: 12+ years - 18 yearsEducationGraduate of an accredited Respiratory Care ProgramLicenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred)• Current Basic Life Support certification required (Advanced Cardio Life Support, NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support where applicable - must obtain within 1 year of hire).• Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by state of Texas.• Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care must be Registry eligible and obtain Registered status within 6 months of hire.Related Work Experience and Other Skills• Basic typing and computer skills• Must successfully complete departmental competency exam where applicable.• Work Experience: 6 months clinical experience preferredPhysical Demands and Work Environment• General Activity: Sit: 1/3 to 2/3 of time• General Activity: Talk: 2/3 or more of time• General Activity: Walking: 1/3 to 2/3 of time• Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Category I• Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Infectious Diseases• Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Skin Irritants• Hazardous Conditions: Use of Sharp Utensils Motion: Bend: Up to 1/3 of time• Motion: Carry: Up to 10 lbs.: 2/3 or more of time• Motion: Kneeling: Up to 1/3 of time• Motion: Lift: Up to 10 lbs.: 1/3 to 2/3 of time• Motion: Push/Pull: Up to 100 lbs.: 2/3 or more of time• Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time• Sensory Demands: Hearing Normal Noise Level• Sensory Demands: Vision Essential• Work Environment: Works IndoorsJob Roles• Actively participates in the quality assurance process. (Best Quality)• Customer Engagement Behaviors: Perform job duties in accordance with best practices for customer satisfaction and MHS Standards of Performance. Avoids or mitigates patient/customer complaints. (Best Service).• Documentation Duties: Performs accurate and timely documentation of interventions and measurements on patient's medical record, hospital records and other departmental records (Best Quality)• Efficiency: Collaborate with leadership to achieve department volume/productivity goals. (Value/Financial Accountability)• Laboratory Duties: Perform laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing in compliance with lab and hospital policies as well as standards of accrediting authorities (TJC, CAP, CLIA, etc.) (Best Quality)• Patient Care Duties: Performs safe evidence based patient care in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures (Best Quality)• Peer Engagement Behaviors: Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance and for professional growth and development. Contribute to a healthy and harmonious workplace by demonstrating effective interpersonal skills and behaving in a professional manner.• Participates in recognition programs, celebrations, and other employee engagement initiatives.• Receives assignments, coaching, feedback and directions in a professional manner. (Best Place to Work)• Respiratory Protocol Compliance: Modifies therapy in accordance with guidelines and evidence based practices (Value/Financial Accountability)• Other duties as assigned

Methodist Charlton Medical Center is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care; stroke care; hip and knee joint replacement; women and children’s services; and more. 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:

• Magnet®-designated hospital

• 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

• Get With The Guidelines® Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare , Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Methodist Health System (MHS) to select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of MHS to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, marital status, genetic information or ancestry. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee’s compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training, development, transfer all other privileges of employment. MHS is committed to maintain a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee’s exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.