Overview
Minimum Education:
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Completion of a Registry Level Respiratory Care Program
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Registered Respiratory Therapist Credential (NBRC)
Minimum Work Experience:
- No prior experience required
Required Licenses/Certifications:
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Texas Medical Board Respiratory Care License
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Annual renewal of National Board for Respiratory Care active status, subject to the Continuing Competency Program (CCP)
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Graduate Therapists must obtain CRT credentials and then test for RRT credential and NBRC Credential active status within 1 year of graduation. If RRT Credential is not obtained, the individual will be placed into a Respiratory Care Practitioner position until the RRT credential is obtained.
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BLS certification (must be completed before initiating patient contact)
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ACLS certification (to be completed within 90 days of hire)
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PALS or ENPC certification (to be completed within 6 months of hire)
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NRP certification (to be completed within 6 months of hire)
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
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Proficiency in inputting data into computer programs
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Ability to maintain work area according to OSHA and NIOSH standards
Designated Driver: No
OSHA Category: 1 – High Risk
Job Type:Full Time
