Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas.
At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
Responsible for providing and coordinating direct staff education, indirect patient education, orientation training and development of curriculum and individual learning plans and monitoring staff.
Location: Memorial Hermann-TMC
Shift: Mon-Fri
*Bachelor’s degree Highly preferred
*5+ years of critical care experience in a high acuity setting.
* ACLS highly preferred
*ACCS highly preferred
*RRT Required
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Respiratory Care, required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
Current State of Texas RCP license
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Certified in Basic Life Support
Additional certifications may be required based on discipline requirements
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
Minimum of five (5) years of experience
Five (5) years of critical care experience, preferred
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Principal Accountabilities
Serves as an educational resource at the service level and for core hospital activities
Assesses, plans, develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates educational needs that are appropriate to target population.
Facilitates and coordinates individual learning plans.
Promotes team approach to healthcare delivery; facilitates effective patient education at the service level; evaluates effectiveness of patient care.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of services.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as a preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.
Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #100183298. Posted job title: respiratory therapy educator - tmc
Company Overview:
Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all.
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
Our Mission
Memorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
Our Vision
To create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
Our Values
Community: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.
Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.
Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.
Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.
| Location | Houston, TX |
| Salary | $32–$47 Per Hour |
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