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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Houston, Texas
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center

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Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location

Houston, Texas

Employment Type

Travel assignment

Contract Length

13 weeks

Work Schedule

36 hours per week
Rotating weekends

Unit Information

Respiratory Care Department, Lower Level, North Tower
444 beds
Staff includes 8 core and 5 PRN respiratory therapists
Day shift: 3 RTs including supervisor; Night shift: 3 RTs
Patient ratios vary
Equipment used: Ventilators, Bipaps, Oxygen, Blood draw equipment, Vapotherm
Electronic Medical Record system: Meditech

Job Description

No blocked scheduling, no holidays off
Typical procedures: ventilator operation, bronchoscopies, blood draws
Standard respiratory therapy scope of practice
Dress code: Pewter scrubs
Ability to prioritize and work effectively under stressful conditions is essential

Required Qualifications

Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Texas
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner within the last year
Critical care experience
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, NBRC
Acknowledgement of HCA Employee Health and Safety procedures or passing a Respiratory Therapist Competency Exam or understanding of Hazardous Drug Risks per USP 800

Additional Notes

Floating to other areas is not applicable for this role

Facility

HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center

3.3rating(10 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center

5.0rating

Pros

Pay is decent and the people are great

Cons

Nothing to say..you’ll just have to find out yourself 🙂

Anthony S

Endoscopy Technician (Allied Health Professional)

Oct '25 - Jan '26

Review of HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center on Dec 30, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
133 beds

ADDRESS1313 Hermann DriveHouston, TX 77004

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About Houston, TX

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Cost of Living

Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.

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