Critical Care Registered Respiratory Therapist

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide oxygen therapy, ventilator management, and diagnostic procedures to ensure adequate patient oxygenation. You will document outcomes and communicate with the care team to support effective plans of care.

The role requires NBRC RRT credentials, state license, and BLS. You will operate in a fast-paced environment, adhering to safety and regulatory standards within the Respiratory Care Department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience). BA/BS or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in oxygen delivery modes and equipment; conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures for adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understands their purpose and benefits; performs diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators; aware of critical care duties and effects of therapy.
• Evaluates current therapies using judgment and protocols; makes recommendations on plans of care and patient education.
• Documents therapy and results per hospital, department and regulatory requirements; communicates with the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and adjusts respiratory care techniques in emergencies; performs blood sampling analysis and interprets results.
• Works independently across patient care areas; proficient in EMR and interface with Respiratory Care Department.
• Follows safety guidelines; completes regulatory requirements; completes annual proficiency evaluations of equipment and procedures.

Skills

Organization & time management

Communication & relationship building

Problem solving & decision making

Growth & development knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

BA/BS or higher in respiratory therapy preferred

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide oxygen therapy, ventilator management, and diagnostic procedures to ensure adequate patient oxygenation. You will document outcomes and communicate with the care team to support effective plans of care.

The role requires NBRC RRT credentials, state license, and BLS. You will operate in a fast-paced environment, adhering to safety and regulatory standards within the Respiratory Care Department.