Saint Luke's Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas — part of a six-hospital system with more than 120 years of community care history — is recruiting a Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist for PRN night-shift coverage. This role offers hands-on respiratory care across a full-service acute care campus that includes a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, and NICU services. For a clinician seeking flexible PRN nights within a large, resource-rich health system in one of Texas's most vibrant cities, this is a strong fit.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- PRN night-shift schedule providing flexibility for clinicians managing multiple commitments or seeking supplemental income
- Full-service acute care system encompassing six hospitals, a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, and ambulatory services
- Respiratory care scope spans adult, pediatric, and NICU patient populations depending on coverage assignment
- Supported by the Baptist School of Health Professions — a teaching-affiliated environment with access to professional development resources
- Fitness and rehabilitation centers, physician network, and imaging centers integrated across the system
- Collaborative, faith-inspired care culture with more than 120 years of community presence in San Antonio
Qualifications
- Graduate of an AMA-accredited Respiratory Care Program required
- Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) state license required
- Current CRT or RRT certification from the NBRC required (renewal every 5 years unless grandfathered prior to July 1, 2002)
- Active Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (ARC or AHA) on hire; AHA Healthcare Provider BLS must be obtained within 60 days of hire
- AHA ACLS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role
- AHA PALS required within 60 days of hire or transfer if covering pediatric patients
- AHA NRP required within 60 days of hire or transfer if covering NICU patients
- Prior experience in respiratory care or a related clinical area preferred; new graduates are eligible to apply
About the Community
San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and one of the fastest-growing metros in the country, offering an exceptional quality of life at a cost of living well below comparable major cities. Clinicians relocating here enjoy a rich cultural scene rooted in deep Hispanic heritage, world-class dining, the iconic River Walk, and proximity to the Texas Hill Country for hiking, cycling, and outdoor recreation. The city is home to highly rated public and private school systems, major universities, and a strong military presence that contributes to a diverse and welcoming community.