Reg Respiratory Therapist, PRN
- ACLS
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Texas post a median of $40.24 an hour, the middle half $37.13–$41.50, across 41 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in Texas earn a median of $38.24 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Medicare rating of University Medical Center of El Paso
Medicare gives University Medical Center of El Paso 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Texas's hospitals average 3.4). 73% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Texas hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Job Description
A Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, under the direction of the specified Shift RC Supervisor, Administrative and Medical Director is responsible for the assessment, treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system. The Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner uses medical gases and administration apparatus, ventilatory support, humidification, aerosols, medication, broncho-pulmonary drainage, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway management in the therapeutic support of the patient.
Specific techniques may also include; measurement of ventilatory volumes, pressures, flows, airway care, trach changes, suctioning, sputum collection, arterial puncture and blood gas analysis. Provides care to patients of varying ages with age related needs. This is a critical care position, may be assigned to any critical care unit; no immediate supervision required and must be able to function independently with minimal to no supervision. Contributes to the provision of quality care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.
Required Skills
- Must have a comprehensive knowledge of routine and critical procedures with critical thinking skills for both adults, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
- Thorough knowledge of Respiratory physiology and ability to practice good judgment in the implementation of clinical interventions indicated by the patient status.
Required Experience
A. Work Experience:
Experience in adult, pediatric and neonatal respiratory care procedures preferred.
B. License/Registration/Certification
- Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Current Texas Respiratory Care License.
- Current CPR Certification.
- ACLS Certification within one year of being in the position.
C. Education and Training:
Graduate of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Care.
From University Medical Center of El Paso's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About University Medical Center of El Paso
University Medical Center of El Paso is a hospital with an emergency department in El Paso, TX. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, physicians and pharmacy staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: University Medical Center of El Paso
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