Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Adult ICU

Location

San Antonio, TX | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM | At least 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory therapy services across multiple adult ICU settings including CVICU, NCCU, LRICU (ECMO), MICU, MSICU, and 2South ICU, as well as the Adult ED and general floors
• Perform nebulizer therapy, airway clearance, BiPAP, HFNC, bronchoscopy assist, and arterial blood gas (ABG) collection
• Operate and manage ventilators including GE Carescape R860, Covidien PB980, and Avea, as well as V60 noninvasive ventilation and Vapotherm
• Utilize airway clearance devices such as Vest CPT, MetaNeb, Cough Assist, and Percussor CPT
• Document patient care accurately using Meditech EMR
• Collaborate with a team of 14–16 staff per shift, managing 30–45 units of therapy per shift; voluntary float to pediatrics may be available

Required Qualifications

• CRT or RRT credential required
• Active Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of ICU experience

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in a high-acuity, multi-unit adult ICU environment
• Familiarity with ECMO-support settings
• Team-oriented, flexible, and collaborative work style

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a large, high-acuity facility with diverse ICU specialties and advanced respiratory equipment
• Supportive team environment with structured shift staffing across a broad range of clinical settings