Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is recruiting a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) for a PRN nights position within its full-service acute care system. This role offers hands-on cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic care across a hospital network that includes six full-service hospitals, a dedicated children's hospital with a pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, and a NICU — providing genuine breadth of clinical exposure for the right candidate. San Antonio combines a low cost of living with a large, vibrant metropolitan area, making this an attractive PRN opportunity for therapists seeking flexible scheduling without sacrificing clinical depth.
Perks and Benefits
- PRN / per diem engagement on night shift — flexible scheduling to fit your availability
- 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); 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 nights coverage across a 120-plus-year-old health system encompassing six full-service acute care hospitals
- System includes a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, fitness and rehabilitation centers, and ambulatory services
- NICU coverage available — NRP-credentialed therapists eligible for neonatal assignments
- Pediatric coverage available — PALS-credentialed therapists eligible for pedi assignments
- Full spectrum of cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing performed per department policy and under Medical Director oversight
- Point-of-care testing includes quality control and operation of i-STAT blood gas analyzers
- Electronic documentation of all services rendered with verbal and written handoff to oncoming staff
- Active participation in Performance Improvement activities and regulatory compliance programs
- Collaborative environment with direct reporting structure through Department Director and Coordinator/Team Leader
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 National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required; renewal every five years (unless grandfathered prior to July 1, 2002)
- Active Healthcare Provider BLS (ARC or AHA) required at time of 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 must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer if covering pediatric patients
- AHA NRP must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer if covering NICU
- Prior hospital respiratory care experience preferred; new graduates from accredited programs are considered
About the Community
San Antonio is one of Texas's largest and most culturally rich cities, offering an exceptional quality of life at a cost well below comparable major metros. The city is home to the River Walk, world-class dining, the Pearl District, and a thriving arts and music scene, alongside strong public and private school options and easy access to the Texas Hill Country for outdoor recreation. The metro's year-round warm climate, diverse neighborhoods, and robust healthcare economy make it a compelling destination for clinicians at any career stage.