Advanced Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Critical Care

Atrium Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Concord, NC, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver and monitor oxygen delivery methods and prescribed therapies, including mechanical ventilation and non-invasive support. You will document results and communicate with the healthcare team, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include evaluating and adjusting therapies, performing blood gas analyses, and maintaining proficiency with EMR interfaces.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (BSRT preferred).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

Skills

Oxygen therapy

Ventilator management

Critical care

Documentation

Clinical decision-making

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

BSRT or higher preferred

Job description

Atrium Health in Concord, NC, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver and monitor oxygen delivery methods and prescribed therapies, including mechanical ventilation and non-invasive support. You will document results and communicate with the healthcare team, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include evaluating and adjusting therapies, performing blood gas analyses, and maintaining proficiency with EMR interfaces.