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Respiratory Therapist/Full Time Days
Surgery Partners
Location : Lubbock, TX, 79401
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Respiratory Therapist/Full Time Days
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JOIN OUR TEAM!!!
Are you looking to be one of the team? To be part of the family and not just another number? Are you looking for a positive work environment where teamwork and diversity are key?
We value your contributions. Every role in our hospital has an impact on each of our patients. We work hard to make sure our employees love their work here. Many have been with us from the very beginning. Because we’re physician-owned, we understand the value of having a well-trained, well-resourced staff. When it comes to procedural healthcare, experience matters.
Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital is committed to providing better outcomes for our employees!
- Great Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, PTO & 401K
- Individually Tailored 6-12 Week Orientation
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Consumer discounts through Perks
- Family Atmosphere
- Free CEUs through Cornerstone, our online training system
We are looking for a dedicatedRespiratory Therapistlike you to join our Lubbock Heart team.
What You Will do in this Role:
- Provide therapeutic and diagnostic pulmonary care for both the inpatients and outpatients 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
- Administer therapeutic medical gases, delivering aerosol therapy, administering prescribed pharmacological medications, and evaluating and reporting the effectiveness of the prescribed therapy to the physician, as well as other health care workers.
- Assist with procedures used for long and short-term continuous ventilation, airway management, pulmonary postural drainage or chest physiotherapy, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Assist in diagnostic and therapeutic testing techniques i.e.: Pulmonary Function testing/Bronchoscopies/EKG/ABG/Exercise and Nocturnal oximetry studies.
- Assist with the patient’s oronasal and/or tracheal suctioning.
- Keep adequate and accurate records of the patient’s therapy and other department records as required.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit, possessing the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements. Providing the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s department’s policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate knowledge and competencies initially and annually.
What Qualifications You Will Need:
- Must be registered/and or certified and licensed by the state of Texas in Respiratory Care. Registration by the National Broad for Respiratory Care (NBRT) or registry eligibility is also required.
- Must be BLS Certifies and prefer ACLS certification.
- Three to Five (3 – 5) years combined clinical experience.
Your Shift: Full time/Days
LHSH Incentives
- Flexible Scheduling
- No mandatory overtime
Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital specializes in the care of cardiac, orthopedic, nephrology, urology, and general medical patients. We are also a highly active inpatient center mainly centered on surgical procedures that include cardiothoracic, orthopedic, urology, and general surgery. We have a 24-hour Emergency Department with 5 fully equipped ED rooms, 4 fully operating OR rooms, 4 cardiac catherization labs with 1 electrophysiology room, 11-day surgery rooms, 58 acute care beds spread over three units, and 16 cardiac critical care rooms. We pride ourselves on giving the best overall care possible to our patients and on our family style atmosphere that includes everyone: patients and their families, physicians, and our employees.
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Freqently Asked Questions
A full-time day Respiratory Therapist in a hospital like Surgery Partners manages therapeutic and diagnostic pulmonary care, including administering medical gases, assisting with ventilation, and performing diagnostic tests. Their workflow prioritizes patient needs, collaboration with healthcare staff, and maintaining accurate therapy records.
In Texas, a Respiratory Therapist must hold state licensure alongside national credentials such as registration or eligibility with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). BLS certification is mandatory, and ACLS certification is often preferred to handle critical care situations effectively.
Respiratory Therapists working full-time day shifts can advance through clinical expertise, leadership roles, or specialization in pulmonary diagnostics or critical care. Facilities like Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital encourage growth through tailored orientation and ongoing education, fostering professional development within a supportive environment.
Surgery Partners offers a physician-owned model emphasizing well-trained staff and a family atmosphere, which enhances team cohesion. Their respiratory therapists benefit from flexible scheduling, no mandatory overtime, and comprehensive benefits, creating a workplace culture focused on employee satisfaction and patient outcomes.
Yes, Respiratory Therapists at Surgery Partners are expected to deliver high-quality pulmonary care while contributing to a diverse, collaborative team. The hospital’s focus on a positive work environment means therapists must be adaptable, communicate effectively, and support both patients and interdisciplinary colleagues.
Lubbock's healthcare sector shows steady demand for Respiratory Therapists due to its active surgical centers and critical care units. Factors like the city’s population growth, the presence of specialized hospitals, and regional health trends contribute to consistent job openings and a competitive hiring landscape.
Lubbock’s manageable urban layout allows most Respiratory Therapists to commute within reasonable times. However, therapists should consider traffic patterns during peak hours and proximity to Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital to optimize work-life balance and punctuality.
Respiratory Therapists in Lubbock typically earn between $55,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Full-time day roles at facilities like Surgery Partners often include comprehensive benefits, which enhance overall compensation packages.
Key skills include proficiency in pulmonary diagnostics like ABGs and pulmonary function testing, expertise in airway management, and administering therapeutic gases. Additionally, strong communication and adaptability to diverse patient needs are highly regarded in this role.
Surgery Partners facilitates ongoing education by offering free CEUs through an online training system called Cornerstone, ensuring therapists stay current with certifications and clinical competencies aligned with Texas licensure and NBRC requirements.
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