NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist Fulltime, Days or Nights

This Respiratory Therapy position at UT Southwestern Medical Center is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a psychologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Respiratory therapy, Mechanical ventilatory support, Patient assessment, Airway care, Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, Neonatal resuscitation, Clinical documentation, Critical care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Respiratory Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Respiratory Therapist performs clinical respiratory care procedures, including mechanical ventilation and airway management, for patients across all age groups. They also collaborate with clinical teams to design care plans, maintain equipment, and ensure accurate documentation and patient safet...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement Programs (TRS), Paid Parental Leave, Wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PSLF eligibility. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.