Respiratory Therapist
Heart Hospital of Austin
Austin, TX
Nights

Shift: Nights (Rotating Weekends)

Description

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist Part-Time with Heart Hospital of Austin you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Benefits

Heart Hospital of Austin offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Heart Hospital of Austin family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Certified Respiratory Therapist Part-Time to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Administers respiratory care to patients as ordered by the attending physician. Conducts diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, therapy. 

1. Primary Duties 

• Able to assess patient appropriately, interpret results accurately, and suggest alternative treatment.  

• Able to appropriately change modes of therapy.  

• Must be able to prioritize work assignments.  

• Must be able to work independently, demonstrating respect for patient’s rights and confidentiality.  

• Able to communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and co-workers.  

• Documents by exception and communicates to physicians andnursesall pertinent information.  

• Involves patient and significant others in the care activities as a means of informing and teaching.  

• Activelyassiststhe physicians in the clinical management of patients.  

• Administers medications according to hospital policy.  

• Effectively and efficiently receives/interprets telephone and verbal orders and documents appropriately.  

• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use necessary patient equipment.  

• Demonstrates ability to react calmly and effectively in an emergency situation.  

• Follows established hospital and departmental infection control policies  

1. 7) Staff/ Unit Responsibilities 

• Delegates appropriately to staff in keeping with job descriptions, licenses requirements and standards of practice. 

• Uses resources in an efficient and cost effective manner.  

• Participates in developing other staff and affiliating students.  

• Maintains and develops own professional competencies.  

• Maintains and promotes a team spirit through active cooperation and collaboration.  

• Assists in interdepartmental service coordination.  

• Actively participates in the Performance Improvement and Utilization Review programs.  

• Assumes a role in the maintenance of the patient-focused care delivery system.  

• Assists staff in the coordination of unit operations.  

• Assists in all aspects of care in the environment, such as dietary, housekeeping, infection control, and supply and equipment management.  

• Attends 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.  

• Help provide staff to other areas of the hospital when needed. 

1. Professionalism  

Adheres to dress code, conduct and attendance policies.  

• Accepts both positive and negative constructive feedback.  

• Attends at least 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.  

• Demonstrates a supportive/positive attitude toward the hospital and fellow employees– isa positive team member. 

• Expresses self in an organized, comprehensive, articulate and concise manner. 

8) Initiative  

• Develops specific work plans and due dates.  

• Follows through on planned assignments within assigned time frames.  

• Effectively prioritizes assignments.  

• Demonstrates a willingness to accept extra assignments.  

• Adjusts to change, work pressures or different situations without undue stress.  

• Demonstrates skill in developing improvements in work methods.  

• Effective in cost control and resource utilization. 

9) Key Relationships  

• Maintains positive relationships with internal customers. Is effective in interacting with and problem solving. 

• Maintains positive relationships with external customers. Is effective in interacting with and problem solving. 

• Proactive in meeting customer’s needs. Responds promptly to customer needs or requests.  

• Keeps Team Leader informed of problems, recommends solutions. 

• Participates in education/development of peers and other staff 

10) Annual Requirements  

• SDH Annual Education  

• Attendance Requirements  

• Adheres to Department Dress Code  

• Code of Conduct Refresher Course  

• Other 

What qualifications you will need:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support 
• (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner
• Associate Degree
• (NBRC-CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist

Heart Hospital of Austin, a proud member of St. David's HealthCare, stands as a leading 72-bed facility renowned for its exceptional performance in cardiovascular care. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the hospital provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs like the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including cutting-edge therapies such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), patients receive world-class treatment. Boasting six operating rooms—three of which are hybrid—alongside three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, Heart Hospital of Austin is equipped to handle complex cardiovascular cases effectively. With an impressive track record as a 12-year recipient of Merative's (formerly PINC AI) 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and recognition from Healthgrades as Texas's No. 1 cardiac program for six consecutive years, the hospital is a beacon of excellence. Additionally, it hosts one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, solidifying its commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Certified Respiratory Therapist Part-Time opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.