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Description
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 253-bed hospital serving the fastest-growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical care with advanced spine surgery, Intensive Care, complex neurology for treating stroke and other neurovascular issues, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, women’s services, a newborn nursery, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, emergency services, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, and four medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.
Summary
Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.
Responsibilities
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Include, but are not limited to:
- Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
- Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
- Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
- Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);
- Oral hygiene;
- Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
- Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
- Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
- Chest film analysis;
- Bloodgas collection and analysis;
- EKG analysis;
- Accurate and complete documentation;
- Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
- Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
- RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
- Advanced practice skills may include:
- Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
- Pulmonary Function Testing;
- Bronchoscopy assist;
- Hemodynamic Monitoring;
- Waveform analysis;
- Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
- Polysomnography;
- Transport duties.
Education/Skills
- See licensure and/or certification requirements.
Experience
- 1 - 3 years of experience preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- RT or RCP License in state of employment required.
- BLS required.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required.
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Position Requirements
Education/Skills
- None.
Experience
- None.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current ACLS certification required.
- Current PALS certification required.
- Current NRP certification required.
Work Schedule
6PM - 6AM 12 HR Shift
Work Type
Full Time
Description
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 253-bed hospital serving the fastest-growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical care with advanced spine surgery, Intensive Care, complex neurology for treating stroke and other neurovascular issues, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, women’s services, a newborn nursery, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, emergency services, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, and four medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.
Summary
Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.
Responsibilities
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Include, but are not limited to:
- Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
- Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
- Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
- Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);
- Oral hygiene;
- Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
- Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
- Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
- Chest film analysis;
- Bloodgas collection and analysis;
- EKG analysis;
- Accurate and complete documentation;
- Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
- Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
- RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
- Advanced practice skills may include:
- Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
- Pulmonary Function Testing;
- Bronchoscopy assist;
- Hemodynamic Monitoring;
- Waveform analysis;
- Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
- Polysomnography;
- Transport duties.
Education/Skills
- See licensure and/or certification requirements.
Experience
- 1 - 3 years of experience preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- RT or RCP License in state of employment required.
- BLS required.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required.
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Position Requirements
Education/Skills
- None.
Experience
- None.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current ACLS certification required.
- Current PALS certification required.
- Current NRP certification required.
Work Schedule
6PM - 6AM 12 HR Shift
Work Type
Full Time
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC
- Active state respiratory care license in the state of practice
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilators and arterial blood gas interpretation
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Experience with pulmonary function testing and bronchoscopy assistance
- Two or more years of clinical experience in an acute care or critical care setting
Tips for Your Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Search
List every credential you hold
Your resume should clearly display your RRT credential, any ACCS, NPS, or SDS specialty credentials, and BLS and ACLS certifications. Recruiters filter on these fast, and missing or buried credentials will cost you interviews before a human reads your resume.
Tailor your resume to the care setting
A hospital ICU posting wants evidence of ventilator management and arterial blood gas interpretation. A home health posting wants patient education and independent case management. Swap out bullet points to match the specific environment, not just the job title.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists registered respiratory therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by shift and acuity level
Filter for night, rotating, or weekend differentials if those fit your schedule, and look for postings that specify ICU, step-down, or general floor acuity. Applying to roles that match your actual clinical experience reduces the chance of a skills mismatch in the first interview.
Prepare for a clinical scenario interview
Most respiratory therapist interviews include at least one real-world scenario, such as a deteriorating COPD patient or an intubated neonate on unconventional ventilation modes. Practice walking through your assessment, intervention, and documentation steps out loud before the interview.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Shift differentials, on-call pay, continuing education reimbursement, and credential maintenance support vary significantly between employers. Ask about each during the offer stage, since these can meaningfully affect your real take-home across a year of shifts.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most registered respiratory therapists?
The companies hiring the most registered respiratory therapists right now include LiveWell Homecare Agency, Voyage Health, and American Traveler, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health system consolidation has increased demand at large regional and national hospital networks.
How many registered respiratory therapist jobs are remote?
About 11% of registered respiratory therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is low compared to most healthcare roles given the hands-on nature of the work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote options are telehealth respiratory consultation, sleep study scoring, and pulmonary disease case management.
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist?
You start by completing an accredited respiratory therapy program, which awards either an associate or bachelor's degree. After graduating, you pass the Therapist Multiple-Choice and Clinical Simulation Examination administered by the NBRC to earn the RRT credential. Most states then require you to obtain a state respiratory care license before practicing clinically.
Can you get hired as a registered respiratory therapist with little experience?
Yes, new graduates are regularly hired into general floor or step-down positions, especially at health systems with formal respiratory therapy residency or mentorship programs. Highlighting clinical rotations in your resume, specifying the patient populations you worked with, and obtaining your ACLS before applying will strengthen your candidacy against candidates with more years on the floor.
What does the registered respiratory therapist interview process look like?
Most interviews begin with a phone or video screen from HR or a hiring coordinator, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the respiratory therapy director and a charge therapist. Expect clinical scenario questions covering ventilator troubleshooting, emergent airway management, and patient education. Some employers include a brief written or computerized clinical assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, home health agencies, and outpatient clinics across the United States. Find roles that match your credentials, experience level, and preferred care setting, then apply directly to each listing.
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