Respiratory Therapist/RRT/Respiratory Therapy/Varied
Listed on 2026-01-07
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Healthcare
Respiratory Therapist
Responsibilities
Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495‑bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer a combination of traditional values and the most advanced healthcare technologies, while enjoying the conveniences of big‑city living in a friendly, small‑town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon to great recreational facilities, Amarillo is an excellent place to live and work.
A hospital is only as good as its employees. That’s why we’re looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work, eager to contribute to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence.
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JOB TITLE:
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Position Summary:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing a full range of complex respiratory care modalities centralized in the general and all acute care units. Independent clinical judgment and evaluation are required. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards with all customer groups.
Demonstrates the ability to develop and implement an age‑appropriate plan of care using assessment and clinical skills, with the ability to evaluate the plan and make adjustments as the clinical setting changes.
Benefit Highlights- Retention Bonus Program if offered.
- Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website:
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily, UHS reached $15.8 billion in annual revenues in 2024. It is a Fortune 500 corporation recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes among America’s Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs approximately 99,000 people and continues to expand through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, as well as insurance, physician networks and related services across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
- A current Registered Respiratory Therapist license by the Texas Medical Board.
- Graduate of a 2‑year approved AMA School of Respiratory Care or non‑traditional degree program.
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC at hire.
- 2–3 years of clinical experience preferred.
- Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire and maintain it throughout employment.
- Ability to read, write, and converse in English.
- Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors and others.
- Ability to remain calm and composed under stress.
- Ability to respond to pages, telephones, and other auditory stimulation.
- Ability to function when exposed to hazardous chemicals and/or biological materials.
- Bending, lifting (10–30 lbs minimum), grasping, fine hand/eye coordination, pushing and pulling, prolonged standing and/or sitting.
- Ability to discriminate color.
- Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard/metric measurements).
- Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.
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