WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Care teams are an integral part of daily clinical care. We work collaboratively with our clinical caregivers, patients and families to improve and maintain ideal lung health. The goal of our Respiratory Therapist is to perform with a high degree of competency in all clinical aspects of respiratory care for all age groups (adult, geriatric, and neonatal). Respiratory Therapy includes the application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, mechanical ventilatory support, artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care procedures, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation related and limited to respiratory care. Utilizes the application of scientific principles for the identification, prevention, remediation, research, and rehabilitation of acute or chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunction.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Associate’s Degree A.A.S. Graduate of accredited program in respiratory care (Bachelor degree preferred)

• Experience
  5 years critical care experience as an RRT and
  Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by unit or standard of care.

• Licenses and Certifications
  License by the Texas Medical Board, Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire and
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) Upon Hire and
  (NRP) NEONATAL RESUSCITATION certification, course accredited by American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) within 90 Days and
  Specialty areas may have increased certification/license requirements as dictated by unit or standard of care.

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor’s Degree BSRT or in a related field

JOB DUTIES

• Adheres and facilitates adherence by other personnel to all policies and procedures, NBRC requirements, AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines, Code of Ethics and nationally recognized standards of practice. Manages staff to meet established productivity targets as appropriate. Reviews staffing assignments and revises as necessary to meet the specific needs of the patients on a shift by shift basis. Coordinates staffing with other areas within the UTSW Medical Center. Makes ongoing changes to staffing as determined by fluctuations in census and patient acuity, to assure safe delivery of care.
• Directly supervises and evaluates the provision of patient care by other personnel assigned to the unit. Makes daily patient rounds. Performs random chart audits. Utilizes opportunities to teach and mentor staff and other disciplines as needed to improve coordination and understanding of respiratory care and services. Assures financial stewardship.
• Role models pro-active problem solving by collaborating with staff to ensure effective resolution of identified issues. Utilizes chain of command for unresolved or escalating issues as needed. Advocates for patients and staff to provide for safe delivery of care and/or a safe environment of care.
• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to provide coverage during shifts when staffing crisis/shortage occurs. Maintains direct care clinical competency. Covers for RT Assistant Manager of Care Coordination when absent or on vacation.
• Provides timely, confidential coaching and/or counseling of personnel and communicates with Department Manager and other Assistant Managers as appropriate. Promotes and enthusiastically supports professional growth of staff by providing equal opportunities for participation in unit based activities, patient care/unit decisions, hospital committees, and/or continuing education. Responsible for maintaining / improving / implementing plans for employee engagement scores.
• Assures first person reporting of events through the event reporting system. Ensures all staff are competent in entering event reports and serves as a resource when necessary. Investigates facts of event reports. Facilitates timely receipt of these reports for follow-up by the Department Manager. Notifies Manager& Manager of Clinical Safety immediately of high risk situations.
• Actively participates in routine and special patient care conferences, staff meetings, special projects and the development, implementation and evaluation of performance improvement activities. Communicates data and solicits input from staff regarding performance and quality improvement i.e. patient safety, infection control. Actively participates on hospital work groups.
• Collects information and maintains records regarding performance and contributions on an on-going basis throughout the fiscal year. Provides input and/or conducts all performance reviews (90 day, 6 month, annual) and orientation evaluation of personnel.
• Coordinates self-scheduling to maintain appropriate coverage for department needs. Maintains Kronos records on a daily basis, monitoring for trends that require intervention e.g., late clock-ins, incremental overtime, missed punches, attendance.
• Assumes delegated responsibility for inventory control of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and effective patient care. Facilitates timely return of rented or borrowed specialty equipment. Solicits staff input regarding equipment and supply needs for the unit.
• Assists and supports respiratory personnel in identification and participation in evidenced based practice and clinical research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.