Registered Respiratory Therapist
San Antonio, TX
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in San Antonio, TX where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Minimum one year experience as an RRT, with adult ICU experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with ventilators and equipment commonly used in adult ICU settings such as GE Respiratory devices, Hamilton C1, and Philips V60 preferred.
• Experience with Meditech or comparable EMR preferred.
• Team leader experience preferred for candidates to be considered for leadership responsibilities on shift.
• Ability to float to ICU, PCU, ER, and medical-surgical floors as needed.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift: Nights, 1900–0700.
• Typical unit: Adult ICU and specialty/transplant settings.
• Patient ratio: Unit uses a points model; typical workload includes 30–45 points per shift.
• Equipment commonly used: GE860 series, Hamilton C1 ventilators, Philips V60 ventilators, EPOC point-of-care devices.
• Procedures commonly performed: ABGs, bronchoscopy support, patient transport.
• Team structure: Night shift minimum staffing includes a team lead plus two RRTs.
• Schedule expectations: Rotating weekends.

Location Highlights

San Antonio offers a mix of historic urban culture and outdoor recreation within short drives. The Alamo and the River Walk are in the downtown area and offer dining and entertainment within a 10–20 minute drive from major hospital districts. San Antonio is approximately 70 miles from the Texas Hill Country and 250 miles from Houston, providing opportunities for day trips to state parks such as Government Canyon (15–25 miles) and Guadalupe River State Park (about 80 miles). The city has an international airport with direct flights to major hubs and regional transit options including VIA Metropolitan Transit. The lifestyle fits both urban and suburban preferences with historic districts like King William and modern amenities in the Medical Center area, where specialty hospitals and research centers are concentrated.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with details to see if this is the right fit for you.

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