Registered Respiratory Therapist
Waco, Texas
Ascension Providence Hospital

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Waco, Texas

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Location: Waco, Texas
• Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
• Shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Key Responsibilities:

  • Management of HFNC (High Flow Nasal Cannula)
  • BIPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure)
  • Ventilator management
  • Tracheostomies
  • Chest Physiotherapy (CPT)
  • Vest therapy
  • Bronchoscopy assistance
  • Use of Metaneb device

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Texas
• Minimum 2 years of Registered Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) issued by American Heart Association
• Current Driver's License

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

• Health and Immunizations:

  • MMR: Documented proof of two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: Proof of immunity or two vaccines; no declinations accepted.
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted.
  • Hepatitis B: Completion of vaccination series or signed declination.
  • Influenza Vaccine: Optional; exemptions accepted with mask requirement during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31).
  • TB Screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA within required timeframes; if positive, chest X-ray and annual TB questionnaire required.
  • Fit Test: Required annually; preferred before start, can be completed onsite.
  • Health Statement: Statement of good health or physical exam prior to assignment, updated annually.
  • Drug Screen: 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.
• Professional Documentation:

  • Resume/Profile submission required.
  • Two professional references required prior to first assignment.
  • Driver’s License/State ID current and matching address on file.
  • Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days of start.
  • Employment verification for past 7 years.
  • Criminal background check including SSN trace, OIG search, and National Sex Offender registry within 90 days of start.
  • EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 90 days of start.
• Competency and Skills:

  • Specialty exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years.
  • Core competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc.) with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years.
  • Skills checklist completed within one year of start and updated annually.
• Onboarding Attestation: Respiratory Therapy Contract Worker Onboarding Education Attestation must be uploaded by agency after completion of pre-hire education (6 hours).

Additional Notes

• Flu season mask policy applies if influenza vaccine is declined.
• Some onboarding forms and attestations are completed onsite.
• Badge photo (optional): forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no filters or alterations.

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